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
    100 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 91, L and 44

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 91 bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A station to Leuven Station Perron 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the L train and finally take the 44 bus from Hasselt Station Perron 14 station to Genk Station Perron 13 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min.

89min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9191
Train - L
L
Bus - 4444
Walk to Genk
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 - 9191
    Wait for bus
    91
    Leuven Station Perron 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Perron 1
    ID 303124
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Louvain
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    51 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Perron 14
    ID 410714
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    Genk Station Perron 13
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Genk Station Perron 13
    22 min
  • 10
    Walk to Genk
    Walk to
    Genk
    90 m • 2 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 78.07 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
  • Herent
  • Louvain

Bus stations close to Leuven:

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

Public transit stations close to Genk, Genk

Genk is located at Genk, Genk and the nearest public transit station is Genk Shopping Center Perron 4.

Train stations close to Genk:

  • Genk

Bus stations close to Genk:

  • Genk Shopping Center Perron 4
  • Genk Shopping Center Perron 2
  • Genk Stadhuis

Related Routes

Alternative route from Leuven to Genk by bus and train via 91, L and 44

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 91 bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein Perron A station to Leuven Station Perron 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the L train and finally take the 44 bus from Hasselt Station Perron 14 station to Genk Station Perron 13 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min.

89min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9191
Train - L
L
Bus - 4444
Walk to Genk
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 - 9191
    Wait for bus
    91
    Leuven Station Perron 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Station Perron 1
    ID 303124
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Louvain
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    51 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Perron 14
    ID 410714
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    Genk Station Perron 13
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Genk Station Perron 13
    22 min
  • 10
    Walk to Genk
    Walk to
    Genk
    90 m • 2 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, Train line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 91, Train line L, Bus line 44.

  • 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 6:42 AM.

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