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 3 bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A station to Kessel-Lo Achterzijde Station 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 - 33
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 - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Kessel-Lo Boven-Lo
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kessel-Lo Achterzijde Station
    ID 307075
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Louvain
    110 m • 2 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 43 and IC

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, take the 43 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 24 min.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4343
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 - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Haasrode Brabanthal
  • 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
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Genk

The distance between Leuven, Genk and Genk, Genk is approximately 78.09 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:

  • Heverlee
  • Louvain
  • Herent

Bus stations close to Leuven:

  • Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron C
  • Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A
  • Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron B

Public transit stations close to Genk, Genk

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

Train stations close to Genk:

  • Genk

Bus stations close to Genk:

  • Genk Bochtlaan
  • Genk Reinpadstraat
  • Genk Dieplaan

Related Routes

Alternative route from Leuven to Genk by bus and train via 43 and IC

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, take the 43 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 24 min.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4343
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 - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Haasrode Brabanthal
  • 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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 84 minutes, using Bus line 43, Bus 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 3 bus line goes from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A station near Leuven in Leuven to Kessel-Lo Boven-Lo station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Kessel-Lo Boven-Lo 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 3 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 Kessel-Lo Boven-Lo 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 7:42 AM.

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