How to get from Lier to Leuven by train?

From Lier to Leuven by train

To get from Lier to Leuven in Belgium, take the L train from Lierre station to Aarschot station. Next, take the L train from Aarschot station to Louvain station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min.

43min
Train - L
L
Train - L
L
Leaves from Lierre

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lier
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Aarschot
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aarschot
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Louvain
  • 5
    Ride to train station Louvain
    Ride to train station
    Louvain
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Lier to Leuven by train via EXP, IC and S19

To get from Lier to Leuven in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the EXP train from Lierre station to Malines station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S19 train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Louvain station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min.

74min
Train - EXP
EXP
Train - IC
IC
Train - S19
S19
Leaves from Lierre

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lier
  • 2
    Train - EXPEXP
    Wait for train
    EXP
    Blankenberge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Malines
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Bruxelles-Midi
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
    11 min
  • 6
    Train - S19S19
    Wait for train
    S19
    Louvain
  • 7
    Ride to train station Louvain
    Ride to train station
    Louvain
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lier to Leuven

The distance between Lier, Belgium and Leuven, Belgium is approximately 42.7 km, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lier to Leuven by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Lier

Lier is located at Lier, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Lier Station Perron 11.

Train stations close to Lier:

  • Kessel

Bus stations close to Lier:

  • Lier Station Perron 11
  • Lier Station Perron 1
  • Lier Station Perron 2

Public transit stations close to Leuven, Belgium

Leuven is located at Leuven, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Leuven Station Perron 2.

Train stations close to Leuven:

  • Herent
  • Louvain
  • Heverlee

Bus stations close to Leuven:

  • Leuven Station Perron 2
  • Leuven Station Perron 1
  • Leuven Station Perron 4

Related Routes

Alternative route from Lier to Leuven by train via EXP, IC and S19

To get from Lier to Leuven in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the EXP train from Lierre station to Malines station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S19 train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Louvain station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min.

74min
Train - EXP
EXP
Train - IC
IC
Train - S19
S19
Leaves from Lierre

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lier
  • 2
    Train - EXPEXP
    Wait for train
    EXP
    Blankenberge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Malines
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Bruxelles-Midi
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
    11 min
  • 6
    Train - S19S19
    Wait for train
    S19
    Louvain
  • 7
    Ride to train station Louvain
    Ride to train station
    Louvain
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Bus line L, Bus line L.

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

    The alternative route takes 74 minutes, using Bus line EXP, Bus line IC, Bus line S19.

  • Is there a direct train between Lier and Leuven in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which train line goes from Lier to Leuven in Belgium?

    The L train line goes from Aarschot station near Lier to Aarschot station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Aarschot station near Leuven in Belgium

  • How long does it take to travel from Lier to Leuven in Belgium by train?

    The total travel time between Lier and Leuven in Belgium by train is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Lier to get to Leuven in Belgium?

    Get on the L train from the Aarschot station near Lier in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Lier and Leuven in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Aarschot station, which is closest to Leuven in Belgium.

  • When is the first train from Lier to Leuven in Belgium?

    The first train from Lier to Leuven in Belgium is Anvers-Central - Louvain. It leaves the Lierre station at 7:19 AM.