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

From Leuven to Genk by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, take the 5A bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A station to Leuven Station Perron 5 station. Next, take the IC train from Louvain station to Genk station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min.

86min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5A5A
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A
    ID 305442
    140 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5A5A
    Wait for bus
    5A
    Bierbeek Sint-Kamillus
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Perron 5
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Louvain
    160 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 6
    Ride to train station Genk
    Ride to train station
    Genk
    71 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leuven to Genk by bus and train via 40 and IC

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, take the 40 bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A station to Leuven Station Perron 11 station. Next, take the IC train from Louvain station to Genk station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min.

83min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4040
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A
    ID 305442
    140 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Diest Station Perron 4
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Perron 11
    ID 306086
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Louvain
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 6
    Ride to train station Genk
    Ride to train station
    Genk
    71 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Genk

The distance between Leuven, Genk and Genk, Genk is approximately 77.22 km, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Genk by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Genk – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Leuven

Leuven is located at Grote Markt, Genk and the nearest public transit station is Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron C.

Train stations close to Leuven:

  • Louvain
  • Herent
  • Wijgmaal

Bus stations close to Leuven:

  • Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron C
  • Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A
  • Leuven Dirk Boutslaan

Public transit stations close to Genk, Genk

Genk is located at Genk, Genk and the nearest public transit station is Genk Stadhuis.

Train stations close to Genk:

  • Genk

Bus stations close to Genk:

  • Genk Stadhuis
  • Genk Station Perron 13
  • Genk Reinpadstraat

Related Routes

Alternative route from Leuven to Genk by bus and train via 40 and IC

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, take the 40 bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A station to Leuven Station Perron 11 station. Next, take the IC train from Louvain station to Genk station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min.

83min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4040
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A
    ID 305442
    140 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Diest Station Perron 4
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Perron 11
    ID 306086
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Louvain
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 6
    Ride to train station Genk
    Ride to train station
    Genk
    71 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Bus line 5A, Train line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 83 minutes, using Bus line 40, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Genk?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leuven to Genk?

    The 5A bus line goes from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A station near Leuven in Leuven to Bierbeek Sint-Kamillus station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bierbeek Sint-Kamillus station near Genk in Genk.

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

    The total travel time between Leuven in Leuven and Genk in Genk by bus and train is about 1 hr 26 min.

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

    Get on the 5A bus from the Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A stop near Leuven in Leuven.

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

    Get off the bus at the Bierbeek Sint-Kamillus station, which is closest to Genk in Genk.

  • When is the first train from Leuven to Genk?

    The first train from Leuven in Leuven to Genk in Genk is Bruxelles-Midi - Genk. It leaves the Louvain station at 6:42 AM.

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