How to travel from Ypres to Antwerp, Belgium

The distance between Ypres and Antwerp is around 131km (81 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 20m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Ypres to Antwerp by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out AntwerpYpres if you're planning a return trip.

💰 Cheapest
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Train

Take the train to Anvers-Central.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €18($18)
🚀 Fastest
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car
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Drive

Drive to Antwerp.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Distance131km (81 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ypres and Antwerp

There are several options for getting from Ypres to Antwerp by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €18 ($18) and will take around 2h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €18 ($18).

The distance between Ypres and Antwerp is around 131km (81 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 113km (70 miles)

It takes around 2h 10m to get from Ypres and Antwerp by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ypres to Antwerp is to drive which takes around 1h 20m and will set you back approx €18 ($18).

The cheapest way to travel between Ypres and Antwerp, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €18 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ypres and Antwerp. It typically takes around 2h 10m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Ypres and Antwerp with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2h 10m.

Belgian Railways run train services between Ypres and Antwerp. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ypres and Antwerp. We recommend that you drive to Antwerp. instead which will take 1h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ypres to Antwerp. We recommend that you take the train to Anvers-Central. instead which will take 2h 10m.

The closest major airport to Antwerp is Brussels Airport (BRU) (BRU) which is approximately 36km (23 miles) from Antwerp. Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) (CRL) and Liege Airport (LGG) (LGG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Ypres and Antwerp. The distance is around 131km (81 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ypres to Antwerp is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around €18 ($18).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Ypres and Antwerp

Transport options from Ypres to Antwerp
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 10m
€18($18)
hourly140km (87 miles)
Drive
1h 20m
€18($18)
on demand131km (81 miles)

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Airports near Antwerp

The following major airports near Antwerp offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Belgium and internationally.

BRU
Brussels Airport (BRU)
International Airport
Distance
36km (23 miles) from Antwerp
CRL
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
85km (53 miles) from Antwerp
LGG
Liege Airport (LGG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Antwerp