How to get from Ypres to Brussels by bus and train?

From Ypres to Brussels by bus and train

To get from Ypres to Brussels you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ypres station to Courtrai station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the R36 bus from Saint-Gilles England station to Watermael station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 53 min. The bus and train schedule from Ypres may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

173min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - R36R36
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Ypres

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ypres
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Courtrai
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    69 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint-Gilles England
    ID 307920
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - R36R36
    Wait for bus
    R36
    Alsemberg Winderickx Square
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watermael
    ID 301123
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    1.29 km • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ypres to Brussels by bus and train via IC, IC and W

To get from Ypres to Brussels you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ypres station to Courtrai station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the W bus from Brussels South station to Watermael station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Ypres may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

175min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - WW
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Ypres

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ypres
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Courtrai
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    69 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brussels South
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - WW
    Wait for bus
    W
    Braine-L'Alleud Station - Platform 10 (Albert I Avenue)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watermael
    ID 301123
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    1.26 km • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ypres to Brussels

The distance between Ypres and Brussels is approximately 130.82 km, which can typically be travelled in 173 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ypres to Brussels by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brussels – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ypres to Brussels

To check the bus and train schedule from Ypres to Brussels using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ypres) and destination (Brussels), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Ypres to Brussels by bus and train via IC, IC and W

To get from Ypres to Brussels you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ypres station to Courtrai station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the W bus from Brussels South station to Watermael station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Ypres may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

175min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - WW
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Ypres

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ypres
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Courtrai
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    69 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brussels South
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - WW
    Wait for bus
    W
    Braine-L'Alleud Station - Platform 10 (Albert I Avenue)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watermael
    ID 301123
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    1.26 km • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ypres to Brussels?

    The fastest way takes 173 minutes, using Train line Kortrijk - Poperinge, Train line IC Brussels Airport-Zaventem - Kortrijk, Bus line Groot-Bijgaarden - Brussels South - Alsemberg.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ypres to Brussels?

    The alternative route takes 175 minutes, using Train line Kortrijk - Poperinge, Train line IC Brussels Airport-Zaventem - Kortrijk, Bus line Brussels - Waterloo - Braine-l'Alleud.

  • Is there a direct train between Ypres and Brussels?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ypres to Brussels?

    The IC train line goes from Courtrai station near Ypres in Ypres to Courtrai station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Courtrai station near Brussels.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ypres to Brussels by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ypres and Brussels by train and bus is about 2 hr 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ypres to get to Brussels?

    Get on the IC train from the Courtrai station near Ypres in Ypres.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ypres and Brussels?

    Get off the train at the Courtrai stop, which is closest to Brussels.

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