The average train between Ypres and Béthune takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Ypres to Béthune. 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 Béthune. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ypres is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Béthune at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ypres to Béthune? 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 Béthune. However, there are services departing from Ypres station and arriving at Bethune station via Courtrai station and Lille Flandres station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Ypres to Béthune train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ypres station.
Ypres to Béthune train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bethune station.
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The distance between Ypres and Béthune is 39.7 km. The road distance is 44 km.
You can take a train from Ypres to Bethune via Courtrai and Lille Flandres in around 2h 29m.