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144 km.
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Two ways to Travel from Ostend to Leuven

Composite routes from Ostend to Leuven

Cheapest
1 h 26 min
Car
144 km.
from $7
Other
1 h 26 min
Rideshare
144 km.
from $5.48

Transport providers

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Ostende to Louvain
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.42–$25.27
Train from Bruges to Louvain
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.16–$21.48

Bus operators

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Leuven is to train which costs $14.13 - $21.74 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Leuven is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ostende and arriving at Louvain. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Ostend to Leuven?

The distance between Ostend and Leuven is 146 km. The road distance is 142.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

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

The train from Ostende to Louvain takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Leuven train from?

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

Where does the Ostend to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ostend to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Leuven is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Ostend to Leuven.

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

Book your Ostend 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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