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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ghent to Leuven

Composite routes from Ghent to Leuven

Cheapest
59 min
Car
88 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leuven
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.37–$16.42

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Louvain
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.37–$17.69

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ghent to Leuven?

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Leuven is to bus which costs $9.78 - $14.13 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ghent to Leuven?

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Leuven is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Leuven Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gent-Sint-Pieters and arriving at Louvain. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Ghent to Leuven?

The distance between Ghent and Leuven is 88 km. The road distance is 88.9 km.

How do I travel from Ghent to Leuven without a car?

The best way to get from Ghent to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $9.78 - $15.22 .

How long does it take to get from Ghent to Leuven?

The train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Louvain takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Leuven bus from?

Ghent to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Leuven train from?

Ghent to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gent-Sint-Pieters station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Leuven?

The best way to get from Ghent to Leuven is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $9.78 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.78 - $14.13 and takes 2h.

Where does the Ghent to Leuven bus arrive?

Ghent to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leuven Station.

Where does the Ghent to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ghent to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Leuven is 89 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Ghent to Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Ghent to Leuven?

Book your Ghent to Leuven train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ghent to Leuven?

Book your Ghent 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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