How to Travel from

Brussels-South Station to Leuven

by Rideshare or Car

Belgium Brussels-South Station Leuven

Cheapest

By car (32 km)

26 min

32 km.

from $1

Other

Rideshare

26 min

32 km.

from $1.74

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Brussels South to Leuven

Ave. Duration:

55 min

Frequency:

3 times a day

Estimated price:

$7.58–$10.74

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:

+33 18 57 62 228

Website:

blablacar.co.uk/

Bus from Brussels South to Leuven

Ave. Duration:

40 min

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$10.74–$16.42

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:

+32 70 79 79 79

Website:

belgiantrain.be/en

Train from Bruxelles-Midi to Louvain

Ave. Duration:

28 min

Frequency:

Every 15 minutes

Estimated price:

$6.32–$9.48

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Leuven?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Leuven is to train which costs $5.43 - $8.15 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Leuven?

The fastest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Leuven is to drive which takes 26 min and costs $5.43 - $8.15 .

Is there a direct bus between Brussels-South Station and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brussels South and arriving at Leuven Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Brussels-South Station and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Louvain. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Brussels-South Station to Leuven?

The distance between Brussels-South Station and Leuven is 32 km. The road distance is 32.3 km.

How do I travel from Brussels-South Station to Leuven without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels-South Station to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs $5.43 - $8.15 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels-South Station to Leuven?

The train from Bruxelles-Midi to Louvain takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brussels-South Station to Leuven bus from?

Brussels-South Station to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels South station.

Where do I catch the Brussels-South Station to Leuven train from?

Brussels-South Station to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Brussels-South Station to Leuven?

The best way to get from Brussels-South Station to Leuven is to train which takes 32 min and costs $5.43 - $8.15 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6.52 - $14.13 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Brussels-South Station to Leuven bus arrive?

Brussels-South Station to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leuven Station.

Where does the Brussels-South Station to Leuven train arrive?

Brussels-South Station to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.

Can I drive from Brussels-South Station to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels-South Station to Leuven is 32 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Brussels-South Station to Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels-South Station to Leuven?

Book your Brussels-South Station to Leuven train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels-South Station to Leuven?

Book your Brussels-South Station to Leuven bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leuven?

There are 1304+ hotels available in Leuven. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

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M - Museum Leuven

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Grand Place

The Grand-Place (French, pronounced ; "Grand Square"; also used in English) or Grote Markt (Dutch, pronounced ⓘ; "Big Market") is the central square of Brussels, Belgium. It is surrounded by opulent Baroque guildhalls of the former Guilds of Brussels and two larger edifices; the city's Flamboyant Town Hall, and the neo-Gothic King's House or Bread House building, containing the Brussels City Museum. The square measures 68 by 110 metres (223 by 361 ft) and is entirely paved.

KU Leuven

KU Leuven (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven) is a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, Belgium. Founded in 1425, it is the oldest university in Belgium and the oldest university in the Low Countries.

Leuven

Leuven or Louvain is the capital and largest city of the province of Flemish Brabant in the Flemish Region of Belgium. It is located about 25 km east of Brussels. The municipality itself comprises the sub-municipalities of Heverlee, Kessel-Lo, Leuven proper, Wilsele, Wijgmaal and part of Haasrode and Korbeek-Lo. It is the eighth largest city in Belgium, with more than 100,244 inhabitants.

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Two ways to Travel from Brussels-South Station to Leuven

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

BlaBlaCar Bus

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

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