Mobility

A fantastic World Championships experience starts with smart travel arrangements. On this page, you’ll find all the information you need to make your journey to Ostend as easy and comfortable as possible. Choose the transport option that suits you best and arrive relaxed at the 2027 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships!

Get the full World Championships experience by taking a stroll through the team park. You’ll see the riders and their campers and get a front-row view of their final preparations! You can then head through one of the entrances to find your favourite spot along the course.

Come to the World Championships by bike, avoid the parking crowds and enjoy a smooth, sustainable and relaxed journey. You can leave your bike easily and securely at one of the bike parkings listed below:

TIP: Is your journey to Ostend too long? Then the Park & Bike option might be the solution for you. Soon you will be able to find more information under "Park & Bike" below.

Come to Ostend by car, park away from the crowds in a Park & Bike zone and cycle the last bit to the event site. That way, you’ll avoid the traffic and get to enjoy the World Championships atmosphere straight away on your way there.

More information will be available soon.

By train

The railway station in the centre of Ostend is about a 30-minute walk from the course. There are direct connections to Ostend from Kortrijk, Brussels and Antwerp. You can also enjoy a smooth journey between Lille and Ostend. Ostend is also easily accessible from Paris via Brussels (Thalys Paris–Brussels followed by the IC train from Brussels to Ostend). Discover the full timetable and route planner via the button below.

By coastal tram

The coastal tram offers an environmentally friendly journey along the entire coastline to the World Championships. During the winter months, the tram runs every 20 minutes. With 68 stops between De Panne and Knokke, there’s always a stop near you. At various stops, you’ll find a Lijnwinkel, where you can buy or validate your ticket or get further information. You can also pay for your tram journey easily by text message. Click on the button below for the full timetable and route planner.

Please bear in mind that the coastal tram may be particularly busy during the World Championships weekend.

 

By crossbus

Depart from various cities in Flanders directly to the World Championships in Ostend! You’ll be dropped off and picked up at the shuttle drop-off point, right by the entrance to the event. That way, you won’t need a designated driver, you won’t have to look for a parking space, and you’ll travel with your friends or family in a cosy coach. In short, it’s a sustainable and hassle-free way to travel to the World Championships. The crossbus departs at fixed times, so your journey is perfectly planned from start to finish. Click the button below and book your tickets now!

Further information and tickets will be available soon.

 

Travelling by coach on one’s own initiative

Are you coming to Ostend with a fan club, an organisation or a group of friends, and are you organising your own coach? If so, you can book a parking space in advance. We provide a dedicated parking area for coaches. On arrival, you will be dropped off at the shuttle zone near the event site. After the event, the group can be picked up from there again.

Reserve a parking space using the button below.

 

You will soon be able to buy a parking ticket here for one of the car parks arranged by the organisation.

During the 2027 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships in Ostend, we are strongly committed to accessibility, so that all cycling enthusiasts – including visitors with a disability or specific support needs – can enjoy the event to the full. In collaboration with vzw Inter, we are doing everything we can to ensure your visit runs as smoothly and comfortably as possible.

What facilities are we providing?

  • A dedicated car park
  • Accessible toilet facilities
  • A designated area at the Wellington Hippodrome with a clear view of the course
  • Inter volunteers providing support at the car park, entrance and designated area

Would you like to make use of these facilities?

Click on the button below and send an email to celine.steyaert@inter.vlaanderen, stating 2027 Cyclo-cross World Championships Ostend and attaching proof of your disability.

Please note: anyone wishing to make use of these facilities must purchase a valid admission ticket themselves. Any accompanying person must also have a valid admission ticket.

 

Are you travelling to Ostend in a camper? On the Visit Ostend website, you’ll find a list of available camper sites and further information:

Tips for travelling smart:

  • Choose the most suitable transport option in advance and make sure you have the necessary tickets.
  • Allow extra travel time. It may be busier than usual during the event.
  • Follow the practical information and instructions carefully, such as route directions and the instructions given by our stewards.