How to get from Brussels to Bierbeek by bus and train?

From Brussels to Bierbeek by bus and train

To get from Brussels to Bierbeek in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 37 bus from Observatory station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 60 bus from Leuven Station Platform 5 station to Lovenjoel Special Way station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Bierbeek on the Moovit app.

109min
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 6060
Walk to Bierbeek
Leaves from Observatory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Observatory
    ID 4857
    280 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Gate of Hal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    ID 2778
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels South
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 5
    80 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Tienen Station Platform 6
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lovenjoel Special Way
    ID 310094
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Bierbeek
    Walk to
    Bierbeek
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brussels to Bierbeek

The distance between Brussels, Belgium and Bierbeek, Belgium is approximately 44.85 km, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brussels to Bierbeek by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Brussels to Bierbeek

To check the bus and train schedule from Brussels to Bierbeek using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brussels) and destination (Bierbeek), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Bierbeek?

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Bus line 37, Train line IC, Bus line 60.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Bierbeek?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brussels to Bierbeek?

    The 37 bus line goes from Observatory station near Brussels in Brussels to South Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till South Station near Bierbeek in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brussels to Bierbeek by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Brussels in Brussels and Bierbeek in Belgium by bus and train is about 1 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Brussels to get to Bierbeek?

    Get on the 37 bus from the Observatory stop near Brussels in Brussels.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Brussels and Bierbeek?

    Get off the bus at the South Station, which is closest to Bierbeek in Belgium.

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