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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ypres to Bruges
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ypres to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ypres to Bruges will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ypres for Bruges every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.
Live departures
Ypres to Bruges train times
The table below shows live departures for Ypres to Bruges trains for today, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 09:15 Ypres | 1h36 | 10:51 Bruges | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 11 November | |||||
| 07:15 Ypres | 1h29 | 08:44 Bruges | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:15 Ypres | 2h23 | 10:38 Bruges | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ypres to Bruges
BelgiumBelgium
Trains from Ypres to Bruges run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 00:19 |
Last train 22:42 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Ypres to Bruges trainsPKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Ypres and Bruges from £16. 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 Ypres to Bruges: Journey Details
It is easy to find a train from Ypres to Bruges as services run frequently throughout the day. Departures are approximately every 20 minutes, and the service is run by the National Railway Company of Belgium, the SNCB. There are no direct services between Ypres and Bruges, and passengers need to change at Kortrijk to complete the journey. The fastest journey time is around 1 hour and 20 minutes though some trains take slightly longer.
Where do trains from Ypres to Bruges depart from and arrive at?
Passengers taking a train from Ypres to Bruges depart from the town's main station, Ieper Station. The station is just to the west of the city centre and there are local buses and taxis available. It is also near the Menin Gate and several other important locations that are associated with the First World War.
The train from Ypres to Bruges arrives at the city's station, Bruges Station - one of the busiest in Belgium. Passengers will find taxis readily available, and there is also an excellent bus service which departs frequently from Stationsplein to Grote Markt and the city centre. Passengers should look for buses with the word 'Centrum' on front.
Bruges is in the Flanders region of Belgium and is well known for its wonderful architecture and picturesque canals. The historic centre of Bruges is one of the best preserved pre-motor age areas in Europe. The Grote Markt or 'big square' is one of its most recognisable areas and visitors can enjoy spectacular views after climbing to the top of the famous Belfry.
FAQs: Ypres to Bruges train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ypres to Bruges 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 Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ypres and Bruges
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information 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
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
- Starbucks
- Leonidas
- Deliway Brugge Station
- EXKi
- De Kantine
- Zest Fresh Juice Bar
- FavouRRs
- Facilities include 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.
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges
- ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
- Hotel NH Brugge
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 43, 62, 63, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 96, 98, P1, P4, P5
- Train lines: IC (01, 02, 03, 23, 23A, 32), L 02
DiningTaxisAccessibilityBike Parking- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- The station is small with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
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