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Two ways to Travel from Mechelen to Leuven

Composite routes from Mechelen to Leuven

Cheapest
28 min
Car
25 km.
from $1
Other
28 min
Rideshare
25 km.
from $1.36

Transport providers

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Malines to Louvain
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.32–$10.11
Bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Leuven
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Bus operators

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Leuven
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Leuven is to bus which costs $2.65 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Leuven is to train which takes 26 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein and arriving at Leuven Kareelveld. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Malines and arriving at Louvain. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Mechelen to Leuven?

The distance between Mechelen and Leuven is 34 km. The road distance is 24.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 .

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

The train from Malines to Louvain takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Leuven bus from?

Mechelen to Leuven bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Leuven train from?

Mechelen to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Malines station.

Train or bus from Mechelen to Leuven?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Leuven is to train which takes 26 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.65 and takes 40 min.

Where does the Mechelen to Leuven bus arrive?

Mechelen to Leuven bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Leuven Kareelveld station.

Where does the Mechelen to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Leuven is 24 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Mechelen to Leuven.

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

Book your Mechelen to Leuven train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leuven?

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