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

From Leuven to Brussels by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Brussels you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 1 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 7 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 37 bus from South Station station to Observatory station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The bus and train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

73min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 37
37
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform A
    ID 305442
    140 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Kessel-Lo Pine Forest Avenue
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 7
    ID 303132
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leuven
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Station
    ID 2780
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Linkebeek Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Observatory
    ID 4854
    26 min
  • 10
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Brussels

The distance between Leuven and Brussels is approximately 40.22 km, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Brussels by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brussels – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Leuven to Brussels

To check the bus and train schedule from Leuven to Brussels using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leuven) and destination (Brussels), 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 Leuven to Brussels?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 1, Train line IC, Bus line 37.

  • Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Brussels?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leuven to Brussels?

    The 1 bus line goes from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station near Leuven in Leuven to Leuven Station 7 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Leuven Station 7 station near Brussels.

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

    The total travel time between Leuven and Brussels by bus and train is about 1 hr 13 min.

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

    Get on the 1 bus from the Leuven De Somer Square Platform A stop near Leuven in Leuven.

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

    Get off the bus at the Leuven Station 7 stop, which is closest to Brussels.

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