The average train between Ypres and Vimy takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Ypres to Vimy. 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 4 hours between Ypres and Vimy. 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 Vimy at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ypres to Vimy? 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 Vimy. However, there are services departing from Ypres station and arriving at Lens station via Courtrai station and Lille Flandres station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Ypres to Vimy train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ypres station.
Ypres to Vimy train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lens station.
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The distance between Ypres and Vimy is 53.4 km. The road distance is 63 km.
You can take a train from Ypres to Mairie via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, Lens, and Gares 12 in around 4h 15m.