The average train between Ypres and Italy takes 21h 37m and the fastest train takes 21h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Ypres to Italy. 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 twice daily between Ypres and Italy. The earliest departure is at 12:15 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Ypres is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Italy at 5:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 21h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Ypres to Italy? 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 Italy. However, there are services departing from Ypres station and arriving at Italy station via Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 37m.
Ypres to Italy train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Lille Europe station.
Ypres to Italy train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Roma Termini station.
Book your Ypres to Italy train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Trenitalia and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ypres and Italy is 1,177 km. The road distance is 1,733 km.
You can take a train from Ypres to Roma Termini via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Lyon Part Dieu, and Milano Centrale in around 15h 4m.