The average train between Mechelen and Ypres takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Mechelen 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 hourly between Mechelen and Ypres. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Ypres at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Ypres. However, there are services departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Ypres station via Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Mechelen to Ypres train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Malines station.
Mechelen to Ypres train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Ypres station.
Book your Mechelen to Ypres train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Mechelen and Ypres is 113.2 km. The road distance is 132 km.
You can take a train from Malines to Ypres via Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 2h 36m.