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

Leuven to Diest - Train Schedule

The IC train from Leuven to Diest runs from 06:42 to 23:42, with departures every 1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 27 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Leuven to Diest by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Diest you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Leuven station to Aarschot station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the Bus bus and finally take the L train from Begijnendijk station to Diest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 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.

87min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Bus - BusBus
Train - L
L
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leuven
    1.13 km • 15 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Aarschot
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aarschot
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - BusBus
    Wait for bus
    Bus
    Begijnendijk
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Begijnendijk
    15 min
  • 6
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 7
    Ride to train station Diest
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Diest

The distance between Leuven and Diest is approximately 41.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Diest by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Diest – 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line Bus, Train line L.

  • Is there a direct train between Leuven and Diest?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leuven to Diest?

    The IC train line goes from Leuven station near Leuven in Leuven to Aarschot station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Aarschot station near Diest.

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

    The total travel time between Leuven and Diest by train and bus is about 1 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Leuven station near Leuven in Leuven.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Leuven and Diest?

    Get off the train at the Aarschot station, which is closest to Diest.

  • When is the last bus from Leuven to Diest?

    The last bus from Leuven in Leuven to Diest in Diest is the Leuven - Tielt-Winge - Diest line. It leaves the Leuven De Somer Square Platform A stop at 12:52 AM.

  • When is the first train from Leuven to Diest?

    The first train from Leuven in Leuven to Diest in Diest is Hasselt - Louvain. It leaves the Leuven station at 7:42 AM.

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