How to Travel from

Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven

by Rideshare or Car

Belgium Brussels Zaventem Airport Leuven

Cheapest

By car (26 km)

20 min

26 km.

from $1

Other

Rideshare

20 min

26 km.

from $1.41

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B to Leuven

Ave. Duration:

25 min

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$6.32–$9.48

De Lijn

Phone:

+32 70 22 02 00

Website:

delijn.be/nl/

Bus from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B to Leuven

Ave. Duration:

59 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$3.08

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:

+61 2 8520 3150

Website:

jayride.com/

Other from Brussels Airport to Leuven

Estimated price:

$82.12–$120.02

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:

+32 70 79 79 79

Website:

belgiantrain.be/en

Train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Louvain

Ave. Duration:

13 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$11.37–$12.63

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven is to drive which costs $4.57 - $7.07 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven?

The fastest way to get from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven is to train which takes 16 min and costs $9.78 - $10.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Brussels Zaventem Airport and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B and arriving at Leuven Sint-Rafaelkliniek. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Brussels Zaventem Airport and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels Airport-Zaventem and arriving at Louvain. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven?

The distance between Brussels Zaventem Airport and Leuven is 20 km. The road distance is 26.1 km.

How do I travel from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $9.78 - $10.87 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven?

The train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Louvain takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven bus from?

Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B station.

Where do I catch the Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven train from?

Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station.

Train or bus from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven?

The best way to get from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven is to train which takes 16 min and costs $9.78 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.61 - $8.15 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven bus arrive?

Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Leuven Sint-Rafaelkliniek station.

What is the time difference between Brussels Zaventem Airport and Leuven?

It is currently 00:59 at both, Brussels Zaventem Airport and Leuven.

Where does the Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven is 26 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven?

Book your Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven?

Book your Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Two ways to Travel from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Leuven

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

De Lijn

Other operators

Jayride

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

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