How to travel from Antwerp to Ypres

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Compare train and bus for Antwerp to Ypres

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Ypres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, while a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 70 miles (114 km)

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€21

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2h 34m

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2h 4m

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1h 32m

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The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Ypres is a bus with an average price of €13.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Ypres:

A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Ypres costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Ypres is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.

Other travel options to Ypres take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antwerp and Ypres including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Antwerp to Ypres among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €13 compared to roughly €21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €8. The journey takes 2h 20m versus 1h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Antwerp to Ypres

How to get from Antwerp to Ypres by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Antwerp to Ypres is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    11:01 PM1h45
    Antwerp
    12:46 AMYpres
    41One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    11:01 PM1h45
    Antwerp
    12:46 AMYpres
    41One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    11:01 PM1h45
    Antwerp
    12:46 AMYpres
    41One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    10:01 PM1h45
    Antwerp
    11:46 PMYpres
    81One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    8:40 PM1h45
    Antwerp
    10:25 PMYpres
    101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:40 PM1h45
    Antwerp
    9:25 PMYpres
    101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp to Ypres

Travel to Ypres easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Ypres.

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There are 2 options to travel between Antwerp and Ypres including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Ypres is a bus with an average price of €13.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Ypres:

A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Ypres costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Ypres is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.

Other travel options to Ypres take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 50m.

The distance from Antwerp to Ypres is approximately 70 miles (114 km).
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Ypres is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp and Ypres as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Ypres:
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Ieper.
  • Buses mostly depart from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Ypres, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity to go to Ypres by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Ypres by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Antwerp to Ypres with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct trains per day with Intercity.
  • 12 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Ypres often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Lille, Bruges, Ghent, Courtrai. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ypres and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ypres to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are recommended to explore Ypres, allowing time to visit the In Flanders Fields Museum, the Menin Gate Memorial, and the Ypres Salient battlefields, while also enjoying the local culture and cuisine.

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