The average train between Rotterdam and Ypres takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotterdam to Ypres. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Rotterdam and Ypres. The earliest departure is at 6:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotterdam is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Ypres at 11:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Ypres. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam station and arriving at Ypres station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Rotterdam to Ypres train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.
Rotterdam to Ypres train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Ypres station.
Book your Rotterdam to Ypres train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Rotterdam and Ypres is 162.5 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Ypres via Anvers-Central in around 3h 20m.