What is the cheapest way to get from Ypres to Somme?

The cheapest way to get from Ypres to Somme is to bus which costs €20 - €26 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ypres to Somme?

The fastest way to get from Ypres to Somme is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Ypres and Somme?

No, there is no direct bus from Ypres station to Somme. However, there are services departing from Ieper Station perron 3 and arriving at AMIENS - Arrêt AMETIS DUNLOP via Menen Station perron 1, Douane, Lille and AMIENS - Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Ypres to Somme?

The distance between Ypres and Somme is 170 km. The road distance is 131.1 km.

How do I travel from Ypres to Somme without a car?

The best way to get from Ypres to Somme without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ypres to Somme?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Ypres to Somme, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ypres to Somme bus from?

Ypres to Somme bus services, operated by Ilévia, depart from Douane station.

Train or bus from Ypres to Somme?

The best way to get from Ypres to Somme is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs €20 - €26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Ypres to Somme bus arrive?

Ypres to Somme bus services, operated by Ilévia, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Ypres to Somme?

Yes, the driving distance between Ypres to Somme is 131 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Ypres to Somme.

Where can I stay near Somme?

There are 600+ hotels available in Somme.

Ypres to Somme - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ypres to Somme by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Douane to Gare Lille FlandresL91
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Saint-RochK45
4h 16m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Douane to Lille EuropeL91
2. Take the bus from Lille to Amiens712
6h 20m
€20–26
Drive 131.1 km
1. Drive from Ypres to Somme131.1 km
2h 6m
€21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Ypres to CourtraiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille FlandresIc
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to AmiensTer
4h 57m
€25–41

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 169.8 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Ypres, Belgium and Somme, Hauts-de-France, France?

You can take a bus from Ieper Station perron 3 to AMIENS - Arrêt AMETIS DUNLOP via Menen Station perron 1, Menen Barakken, Douane, Lille Europe, Lille, Amiens, and AMIENS - Gare routière in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ypres to Queneuder via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, Amiens, and Gare du Nord F in around 4h 57m.

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