To Ypres by train
A comfortable and sustainable trip to the heart of the city
- From Amsterdam in 3.40 hours to Ypres
- From € 45* one-way with Eurocity Direct
- Comfortable and sustainable travel
Ypres is easily accessible by train and offers visitors a fascinating experience. At the In Flanders Fields Museum, you can learn all about the First World War. You can also attend the daily Last Post ceremony at the Menin Gate.
From Ypres station, it is an easy walk to the charming town centre, which boasts lively squares, historic buildings and inviting terraces. It's ideal for a relaxing day out.
This is how you can travel to Ypres by train
Travel with Eurocity Direct or Eurostar from Amsterdam or Rotterdam to Antwerpen-Centraal. Catch the train to Ypres from there. From Antwerp, it takes just over two hours to reach Ypres with a regional train.
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Prices train tickets to Ypres
The earlier you book, the lower the price. You can book your tickets for Eurocity Direct and EuroCity up to 180 days in advance.
The lowest price from Amsterdam to Ypres is € 45 with Eurocity Direct. The train runs 16 times a day.The number of tickets at this price is limited. The starting price is € 24 one-way trip from Amsterdam.
Starting your trip from a station closer to the Belgian border? Then you will pay less.
Tips for the cheapest trip
The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings
Do you want to and can you book far in advance? Then choose the ticket with the lowest fare. The best rate for the price-conscious travellers.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Practical information
Location Ypres station
Ypres station is about a fifteen-minute walk from the Grote Markt and the Cloth Hall, where the In Flanders Fields Museum is also located.
Blue-bike bikes
You can also easily pick up a Blue-bike bicycle at the station in Ypres. This is the 'Belgian public transport bicycle'. Unlike the OV-fiets in the Netherlands, you need a subscription to use a Blue-bike. You pay an annual subscription fee, which allows you to hire a bike for one or more days at a low cost. The bikes are available at over 70 locations in Belgium and the bikes have seven gears!
Read more about Blue-bikes in Belgium
Facilities on board
We will gladly offer you information on all the facilities on board, so that you can travel in the greatest possible comfort.
Read all about the facilities and practical matters of Eurocity Direct
Read all about the facilities and practical matters of Eurostar
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Itinerary planner and app
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed during your trip of the possible changes.
Free access to the lounges
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam and Rotterdam.
Weekend getaway Ypres
Discover Ypres in a weekend full of flavour and history. From breakfast at Milk'n Sugar to the In Flanders Fields Museum.
Other destinations in Belgium
Bruges
It takes just three hours to get from the Randstad area to the medieval town centre.
