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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Bottrop to Ostend. Traveling by bus from Bottrop to Ostend usually takes around 13 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 175 mi (281 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 0m |
| Cheapest price | €24.61 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Bottrop to Ostend?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bottrop to Ostend. FlixBus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 12h 50m | €26.22 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trips from Bottrop to Ostend, and usually makes the trip in about 12 hours and 50 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours to cover the 175 miles from Bottrop to Ostend. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Bottrop to Ostend for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Bottrop to Ostend. It leaves the station in Bottrop at 7:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Bottrop to Ostend. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bottrop to Ostend; ticket prices start at €70.57.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bottrop?
Main departure station: Central Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Bottrop.
All bus stations in Bottrop:
Central Station
Where does the bus arrive in Ostend?
Main arrival station: Mercatorlaan
All buses from Bottrop arrive at one main station in Ostend.
All bus stations in Ostend:
Mercatorlaan
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