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 one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 91 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S19 train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 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.

83min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9191
Train - IC
IC
Train - S19
S19
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 - 9191
    Wait for bus
    91
    Leuven Station Platform 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 1
    ID 303124
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leuven
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
    15 min
  • 7
    Train - S19S19
    Wait for train
    S19
    Charleroi Central
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    37 min
  • 9
    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 557, IC and S19

To get from Leuven to Brussels you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 557 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S19 train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 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.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 557557
Train - IC
IC
Train - S19
S19
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 - 557557
    Wait for bus
    557
    Leuven Station Platform 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 1
    ID 303124
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leuven
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
    15 min
  • 7
    Train - S19S19
    Wait for train
    S19
    Charleroi Central
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    37 min
  • 9
    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 41.58 km, which can typically be travelled in 83 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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Alternative route from Leuven to Brussels by bus and train via 557, IC and S19

To get from Leuven to Brussels you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 557 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S19 train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 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.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 557557
Train - IC
IC
Train - S19
S19
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 - 557557
    Wait for bus
    557
    Leuven Station Platform 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 1
    ID 303124
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leuven
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
    15 min
  • 7
    Train - S19S19
    Wait for train
    S19
    Charleroi Central
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    37 min
  • 9
    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 83 minutes, using Bus line 91, Train line Antwerp Central - Genk, Train line Brussels Airport-Zaventem - Charleroi Central.

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

    The alternative route takes 84 minutes, using Bus line 557, Train line Antwerp Central - Genk, Train line Brussels Airport-Zaventem - Charleroi Central.

  • Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Brussels?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leuven to Brussels?

    The 91 bus line goes from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station near Leuven in Leuven to Leuven Station Platform 1 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Leuven Station Platform 1 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 23 min.

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

    Get on the 91 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 Platform 1 station, which is closest to Brussels.

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