How to get from Mons to Ypres by train?

From Mons to Ypres by train

To get from Mons to Ypres you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the L train from Mons station to Mouscron station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Courtrai station to Ypres station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ypres on the Moovit app.

171min
Train - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Mons

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mons
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Mouscron
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mouscron
    64 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    9 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Poperinge
  • 7
    Ride to train station Ypres
    Ride to train station
    Ypres
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Mons to Ypres by train via IC, IC and IC

To get from Mons to Ypres you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Mons station to Lille Flanders (Fr) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Courtrai station to Ypres station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ypres on the Moovit app.

176min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Mons

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mons
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Lille Flanders (Fr)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lille Flanders (Fr)
    66 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    37 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Poperinge
  • 7
    Ride to train station Ypres
    Ride to train station
    Ypres
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mons to Ypres

The distance between Mons and Ypres is approximately 112.75 km, which can typically be travelled in 171 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mons to Ypres by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ypres – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Mons to Ypres

To check the train schedule from Mons to Ypres using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mons) and destination (Ypres), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Mons to Ypres by train via IC, IC and IC

To get from Mons to Ypres you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Mons station to Lille Flanders (Fr) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Courtrai station to Ypres station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ypres on the Moovit app.

176min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Mons

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mons
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Lille Flanders (Fr)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lille Flanders (Fr)
    66 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    37 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Poperinge
  • 7
    Ride to train station Ypres
    Ride to train station
    Ypres
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 171 minutes, using Train line Geraardsbergen - Mouscron, Train line Antwerp Central - Lille Flanders (FR), Train line Kortrijk - Poperinge.

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

    The alternative route takes 176 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line Antwerp Central - Lille Flanders (FR), Train line Kortrijk - Poperinge.

  • Is there a direct train between Mons and Ypres?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 51 min.

  • Which train line goes from Mons to Ypres?

    The L train line goes from Mouscron station near Mons in Belgium to Mouscron station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Mouscron station near Ypres.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mons to Ypres by train?

    The total travel time between Mons and Ypres by train is about 2 hr 51 min.

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

    Get on the L train from the Mouscron station near Mons in Belgium.

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

    Get off the train at the Mouscron station, which is closest to Ypres.

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