How to get from Brussels to Ypres by light rail and train?

From Brussels to Ypres by light rail and train

To get from Brussels to Ypres you’ll need to take one light rail line and 2 train lines: take the 92 light rail from Saint-Job Station station to Palais 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 3 hr 13 min. The light rail and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Ypres on the Moovit app.

193min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - 92
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Saint-Job Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Saint-Job Station
    ID 5055
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - 92
    Wait for light rail
    92
    Schaerbeek Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Palais
    ID 6355
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Central
    470 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Courtrai
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    73 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Poperinge
  • 8
    Ride to train station Ypres
    Ride to train station
    Ypres
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Brussels to Ypres by bus and train

To get from Brussels to Ypres you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 38 bus from Houzeau station to Royale 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 3 hr 13 min. The light rail and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Ypres on the Moovit app.

193min
Walk to bus stationBus - 38
38
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Houzeau

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Houzeau
    ID 1969
    830 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royale
    ID 3567
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Central
    390 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Courtrai
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    77 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Poperinge
  • 8
    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 Brussels to Ypres

The distance between Brussels and Ypres is approximately 136.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 193 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brussels to Ypres by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ypres – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Brussels to Ypres

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

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From Brussels to Ypres by bus and train

To get from Brussels to Ypres you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 38 bus from Houzeau station to Royale 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 3 hr 13 min. The light rail and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Ypres on the Moovit app.

193min
Walk to bus stationBus - 38
38
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Houzeau

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Houzeau
    ID 1969
    830 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royale
    ID 3567
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Central
    390 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Courtrai
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Courtrai
    77 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Poperinge
  • 8
    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 Brussels to Ypres?

    The fastest way takes 193 minutes, using Light Rail line Schaerbeek Station - Fort-jaco, Train line Courtrai - Leuven, Train line Kortrijk - Poperinge.

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

    The alternative route takes 193 minutes, using Bus line Central Station - Heroes, Train line IC Brussels Airport-Zaventem - Kortrijk, Train line Kortrijk - Poperinge.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Brussels and Ypres?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 13 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Brussels to Ypres?

    The 92 light rail line goes from Saint-Job Station station near Brussels in Brussels to Schaerbeek Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Schaerbeek Station station near Ypres.

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

    The total travel time between Brussels and Ypres by light rail and train is about 3 hr 13 min.

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

    Get on the 92 light rail from the Saint-Job Station station near Brussels in Brussels.

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

    Get off the light rail at the Schaerbeek Station station, which is closest to Ypres.

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