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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Ypres
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Ypres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Ypres will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Brussels to Ypres you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brussels to Ypres
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Ypres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 103 km
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£24 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Brussels to Ypres train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Ypres trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:59 Brussels | 1h45 | 17:44 Ypres | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 529 · 707 | 07:03 Brussels-Midi | 1h41 | 08:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 530 · 708 | 07:51 Brussels-North | 1h53 | 09:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 530 · 708 | 07:56 Brussels-Central | 1h48 | 09:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 530 · 708 | 08:03 Brussels-Midi | 1h41 | 09:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 531 · 709 | 08:51 Brussels-North | 1h53 | 10:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 531 · 709 | 08:56 Brussels-Central | 1h48 | 10:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 531 · 709 | 09:03 Brussels-Midi | 1h41 | 10:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 532 · 710 | 09:51 Brussels-North | 1h53 | 11:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 532 · 710 | 09:56 Brussels-Central | 1h48 | 11:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 532 · 710 | 10:03 Brussels-Midi | 1h41 | 11:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 533 · 711 | 10:51 Brussels-North | 1h53 | 12:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
| 533 · 711 | 10:56 Brussels-Central | 1h48 | 12:44 Ieper | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels to Ypres
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Trains from Brussels to Ypres run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 23:17 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Brussels to Ypres trainsPKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Brussels and Ypres from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
PKP Intercity
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SNCB
Trains from Brussels to Ypres: Journey Details
Services by train from Brussels to Ypres are operated by the national railway company of Belgium, SNCB. There are around two departures per hour daily and the number of changes varies between one and two.
If only one change is required, normally at Gent St Pieters, the journey can take just under 2 hours. The first train leaves extremely early in the morning and the final train departs close to midnight. The journey time can take considerably longer at night. Frequency of the train from Brussels to Ypres may be reduced to one per hour at the weekends, with peak-time fares being applied during weekdays.
Where do trains from Brussels to Ypres depart from and arrive at?
All trains from Brussels to Ypres depart from the main railway station in Brussels, which is Bruxelles-Midi. It is conveniently located in the centre of the city on the Rue De France/Frankrijkstraat and is five minutes away from the Metro. It is served by two metro lines that are located underneath the Rue Couverte/Overdektestraat. There are several bus routes that stop at Bruxelles-Midi Station, operated by iDBus and it is also close to the Premetro tram lines.
The train from Bruxelles-Midi arrives at Leper Railway Station, close to the Menin Gate Memorial and many of the other First World War landmarks in Ypres. The station is located just west of the centre of Ypres and within a short walking distance. There is a bus stop outside the station and a taxis are available too.
The historic city of Ypres has been a centre for trade since the Middle Ages and is renowned for its high-quality Flemish cloth production. Devastated after WWI, it was completely rebuilt by local residents and remains a charming city full of medieval character and impressive Gothic-style architecture.
FAQs: Brussels to Ypres train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Ypres by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ypres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Ypres
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.
- Chabrol Brasserie
- Winok Café
- Félix Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Progress
- Hilton Brussels City
- Hotel Siru
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Metro: Line 3, Line 4
- Tram: Line 25, Line 55
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- De Ruyffelaer
- In 't Klein Stadhuis
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ariane
- Albion Hotel
- Novotel Ieper Centrum
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and amenities
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections
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