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

From Leuven to Diest by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Diest in Belgium, take the 43 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 5 station. Next, take the L train from Leuven station to Diest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Diest on the Moovit app.

46min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4343
Train - L
L
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 - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Haasrode Brabant Hall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 5
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leuven
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Genk
  • 6
    Ride to train station Diest
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leuven to Diest by bus and train via 3 and IC

To get from Leuven to Diest in Belgium, take the 3 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 7 station. Next, take the IC train from Leuven station to Diest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The bus and train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Diest on the Moovit app.

41min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
Train - IC
IC
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
    Kessel-Lo Boven-Lo
  • 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 - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 6
    Ride to train station Diest
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Diest

The distance between Leuven, Belgium and Diest, Belgium is approximately 33.97 km, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Diest 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 Leuven to Diest

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

Alternative route from Leuven to Diest by bus and train via 3 and IC

To get from Leuven to Diest in Belgium, take the 3 bus from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station to Leuven Station Platform 7 station. Next, take the IC train from Leuven station to Diest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The bus and train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Diest on the Moovit app.

41min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
Train - IC
IC
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
    Kessel-Lo Boven-Lo
  • 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 - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 6
    Ride to train station Diest
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 43, Train line Genk - Leuven.

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

    The alternative route takes 41 minutes, using Bus line 3, Train line Antwerp Central - Genk.

  • Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Diest?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leuven to Diest?

    The 43 bus line goes from Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station near Leuven in Leuven to Haasrode Brabant Hall station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Haasrode Brabant Hall station near Diest in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Leuven in Leuven and Diest in Belgium by bus and train is about 46 min.

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

    Get on the 43 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 Diest?

    Get off the bus at the Haasrode Brabant Hall station, which is closest to Diest in Belgium.

  • When is the first train from Leuven to Diest?

    The first train from Leuven in Leuven to Diest in Belgium is Antwerp Central - Genk. It leaves the Leuven station at 7:42 AM.

  • When is the last bus from Leuven to Diest?

    The last bus from Leuven in Leuven to Diest in Belgium is the Leuven - Tielt-Winge - Diest line. It leaves the Leuven De Somer Square Platform A stop at 12:56 AM.