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 in Brussels, take the 3 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 7 station. Next, take the S9 train from Leuven station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 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.

74min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
Train - S9
S9
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 - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Pellenberg University Hospital Campus Pellenberg
  • 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
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Nivelles
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    590 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leuven to Brussels by bus and train via 41 and S9

To get from Leuven to Brussels in Brussels, take the 41 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 7 station. Next, take the S9 train from Leuven station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 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.

76min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4141
Train - S9
S9
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 - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Kessel-Lo Hulsberg
  • 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
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Nivelles
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    590 m • 8 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 38.99 km, which can typically be travelled in 74 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Leuven to Brussels by bus and train via 41 and S9

To get from Leuven to Brussels in Brussels, take the 41 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 7 station. Next, take the S9 train from Leuven station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 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.

76min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4141
Train - S9
S9
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 - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Kessel-Lo Hulsberg
  • 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
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Nivelles
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    590 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line 3, Train line S9.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leuven to Brussels?

    The alternative route takes 76 minutes, using Bus line 41, Train line S9.

  • Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Brussels?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leuven to Brussels?

    The 3 bus line goes from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station near Leuven in Leuven to Pellenberg University Hospital Campus Pellenberg station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Pellenberg University Hospital Campus Pellenberg 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 14 min.

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

    Get on the 3 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 Pellenberg University Hospital Campus Pellenberg station, which is closest to Brussels.

  • When is the last train from Leuven to Brussels?

    The last train from Leuven in Leuven to Brussels in Brussels is the Louvain - Nivelles line. It leaves the Leuven station at 12:48 AM.

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