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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Ypres
Cheapest price
£142
Average price
£209
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Ypres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ypres will cost around £209 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £142.
Of the 4 trains that leave London for Ypres every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for London to Ypres
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Ypres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 222 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
£178 Average Price | £129 Average Price | £47 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Ypres train times
The table below shows live departures for London 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:04 London | 1h22 | 17:26 Ypres | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 06:04 London | 1h22 | 07:26 Ypres | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:01 London | 3h43 | 12:44 Ypres | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ypres
United Kingdom
Belgium
Trains from London to Ypres run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £27 by ferry.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 05:56 |
Last train 21:50 |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Ypres trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Ypres from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
Trains from London to Ypres
Trains run regularly from the capitals London to Brussels and on to Ypres, a town in the Belgian province of West Flanders. With several departures, both via the Eurostar and SNCB trains once in Brussels, passengers are sure to find a convenient route for their needs.
Which train companies travel from London to Ypres?
The Eurostar is the only high-speed train travelling direct from London to Brussels and is the main transport link between the two cities. From Brussels, travel on SNCB trains to reach many parts of Belgium, including Ypres.
How long is the train from London to Ypres?
If you are travelling by train from London to Ypres then you need to make two changes, one in Brussels and one in Ghent. The trains from London to Brussels take around 2 hours to reach their destination, but the fastest can arrive in 1hour 53 minutes. From Brussels, trains to Ghent take about 30 mins and from Ghent to Ypres should be just over 60mins. Passengers can expect a journey time of approximately 4.5 hours to complete the entire route.
How many trains are there from London to Ypres?
Trains leave from London to Brussels every day and depart frequently. On average there are about 9 trains leaving from London to Brussels each day. The journey from Brussels to Ypres is very simple, with trains leaving every hour from Brussels to Ghent, with departures spread throughout the day. The connecting train from Ghent to Ypres conveniently also runs every hour and is available all day until just after 10:30 p.m.
What is/are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Ypres?
Departure train station: All trains from London to Brussels depart from London St Pancras International. London St Pancras International is a very large station in the centre of London with access to many restaurants and shops, including a champagne bar. It is s convenient to get to by either bus, train or tube, and is located a short walk from London Kings Cross, providing more transport options.
Arrival train station: The final destination - after travelling through Brussels Midi, will by Leper station in Ypres. The station is a 10 minute walk from the centre of town, or taxis are readily available. Just outside of the station, a bus stop connects Leper to the rest of the town.
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Eurostar Trains from London to Ypres
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FAQs: London to Ypres train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London and Ypres
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Luggage 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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