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

From Leuven to Ixelles by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Ixelles in Brussels, take the IC train from Leuven station to Brussels Central station. Next, take the 71 bus from Central Station station to Fernand Cocq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The bus and train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ixelles on the Moovit app.

42min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 71
71
Walk to Ixelles
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Courtrai
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels Central
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Station
    ID 6444
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Delta
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fernand Cocq
    ID 2928
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ixelles
    Walk to
    Ixelles
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Leuven to Ixelles by subway and train

To get from Leuven to Ixelles in Brussels, take the IC train from Leuven station to Brussels South station. Next, take the 6 subway from South Station station to Namur Gate 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 Ixelles on the Moovit app.

46min
Train - IC
IC
Subway - 6
Walk to Ixelles
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    ID 49
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - 6
    Wait for subway
    6
    Elisabeth
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Namur Gate
    ID 45
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ixelles
    Walk to
    Ixelles
    660 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Ixelles

The distance between Leuven, Brussels and Ixelles, Brussels is approximately 32.73 km, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Ixelles by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brussels – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Leuven to Ixelles

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

To get from Leuven to Ixelles in Brussels, take the IC train from Leuven station to Brussels South station. Next, take the 6 subway from South Station station to Namur Gate 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 Ixelles on the Moovit app.

46min
Train - IC
IC
Subway - 6
Walk to Ixelles
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    ID 49
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - 6
    Wait for subway
    6
    Elisabeth
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Namur Gate
    ID 45
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ixelles
    Walk to
    Ixelles
    660 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Train line Kortrijk - Welkenraedt, Bus line 71.

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

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Train line Ghent St. Peters - Welkenraedt, Subway line King Baudouin - Elisabeth.

  • Is there a direct train between Leuven and Ixelles?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leuven to Ixelles?

    The IC train line goes from Courtrai station near Leuven in Leuven to Brussels Central station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Brussels Central station near Ixelles in Brussels.

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

    The total travel time between Leuven in Leuven and Ixelles in Brussels by train and bus is about 42 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Brussels Central stop, which is closest to Ixelles in Brussels.

  • When is the first train from Leuven to Ixelles?

    The first train from Leuven in Leuven to Ixelles in Brussels is Louvain - Nivelles. It leaves the Leuven station at 6:55 AM.

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