How to travel from Ypres to Brussels, Belgium
The distance between Ypres and Brussels is around 120km (74 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 15m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Ypres to Brussels 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 Brussels → Ypres if you're planning a return trip.
Train via Gand-Saint-Pierre
Take the train to Gand-Saint-Pierre and then to Bruxelles-Central.
- Duration1h 45m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost€20($20)
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ypres and Brussels
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ypres to Brussels by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €17 ($17) and will take around 1h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €16 ($16).
The distance between Ypres and Brussels is around 120km (74 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 103km (64 miles)
It takes around 1h 55m to get from Ypres and Brussels by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 15m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Ypres to Brussels is to drive which takes around 1h 15m and will set you back approx €16 ($16).
The cheapest way to travel between Ypres and Brussels, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €17 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Ypres and Brussels. It typically takes around 1h 55m and departs once daily.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Ypres and Brussels with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 1h 55m.
Belgian Railways run train services between Ypres and Brussels. Trains depart once daily and will take around 1h 55m, 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 Brussels. We recommend that you drive to Brussels. instead which will take 1h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ypres to Brussels. We recommend that you take the train to Bruxelles-Central. instead which will take 1h 55m.
The closest major airport to Brussels is Brussels Airport (BRU) (BRU) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Brussels. 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 Brussels. The distance is around 121km (75 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 15m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ypres to Brussels is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 55m and will usually cost around €17 ($17).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ypres and Brussels
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train via Gand-Saint-Pierre + 2 similar | 1h 45m | €20($20) | hourly | 130km (80 miles) |
| Train via Courtrai | 1h 50m | €19($19) | hourly | 120km (74 miles) |
| Train | 1h 55m | €17($17) | once daily | 130km (80 miles) |
Drive | 1h 15m | €16($16) | on demand | 121km (75 miles) |
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Airports near Brussels
The following major airports near Brussels offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Belgium and internationally.
Brussels Airport (BRU)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Brussels
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
- Distance
- 44km (27 miles) from Brussels
Liege Airport (LGG)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Brussels