The average train between Ypres and Dunkirk takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Ypres to Dunkirk. 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 Dunkirk. 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 Dunkirk at 6:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ypres to Dunkirk? 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 Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Ypres station and arriving at Dunkerque station via Courtrai station and Lille Flandres station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Ypres to Dunkirk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ypres station.
Ypres to Dunkirk train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Dunkerque station.
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The distance between Ypres and Dunkirk is 41.1 km. The road distance is 48 km.
You can take a train from Ypres to Dunkerque via Courtrai and Lille Flandres in around 4h 7m.