Swimming at the 2001 World Aquatics Championships – Women's 200 metre breaststroke

The women's 200 metre breaststroke event at the 2001 World Aquatics Championships took place 25 July. The heats and semifinals took place 24 July, with the final being held on 25 July.

Records
Prior to this competition, the existing world and competition records were as follows: The following record was established during the competition: