The average train between Ypres and France takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Ypres to France. 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 Ypres and France. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ypres is at 8:15 PM which arrives into France at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ypres to France? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ypres to France. However, there are services departing from Ypres station and arriving at France station via Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Ypres to France train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ypres station.
Ypres to France train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Ypres and France is 478 km. The road distance is 291 km.
You can take a train from Ypres to Cité via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 3h 20m.