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

From Machelen to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Machelen to Leuven in Belgium, take the 91 bus from Machelen Cargo Discount P1 station to Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A station. Next, take the IC train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Louvain station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min.

33min
Bus - 9191
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Machelen Cargo Discount P1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Machelen
  • 2
    Bus - 9191
    Wait for bus
    91
    Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A
    ID 305558
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Louvain
  • 6
    Ride to train station Louvain
    Ride to train station
    Louvain
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Machelen to Leuven by bus and train via 821 and IC

To get from Machelen to Leuven in Belgium, take the 821 bus from Machelen Cargo Discount P1 station to Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A station. Next, take the IC train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Louvain station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min.

37min
Bus - 821821
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Machelen Cargo Discount P1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Machelen
  • 2
    Bus - 821821
    Wait for bus
    821
    Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A
    ID 305558
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Louvain
  • 6
    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 Machelen to Leuven

The distance between Machelen, Belgium and Leuven, Belgium is approximately 24.67 km, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Machelen to Leuven by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Machelen

Machelen is located at Machelen, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Machelen Cargo Discount P1.

Train stations close to Machelen:

  • Zaventem
  • Vilvorde
  • Diegem

Bus stations close to Machelen:

  • Machelen Cargo Discount P1
  • Machelen Cargo 706
  • Machelen Cargo 758

Public transit stations close to Leuven, Belgium

Leuven is located at Leuven, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Leuven Station - Perron 1.

Train stations close to Leuven:

  • Louvain
  • Heverlee
  • Herent

Bus stations close to Leuven:

  • Leuven Station - Perron 1
  • Leuven Station Perron 6
  • Leuven Station Perron 4

Related Routes

Alternative route from Machelen to Leuven by bus and train via 821 and IC

To get from Machelen to Leuven in Belgium, take the 821 bus from Machelen Cargo Discount P1 station to Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A station. Next, take the IC train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Louvain station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min.

37min
Bus - 821821
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Machelen Cargo Discount P1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Machelen
  • 2
    Bus - 821821
    Wait for bus
    821
    Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A
    ID 305558
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Louvain
  • 6
    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 Machelen to Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 91, Bus line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 37 minutes, using Bus line 821, Bus line IC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Machelen and Leuven in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Machelen to Leuven in Belgium?

    The 91 bus line goes from Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A station near Machelen to Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A station near Leuven in Belgium

  • How long does it take to travel from Machelen to Leuven in Belgium by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Machelen and Leuven in Belgium by bus and train is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Machelen to get to Leuven in Belgium?

    Get on the 91 bus from the Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A stop near Machelen in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Machelen and Leuven in Belgium?

    Get off the bus at the Zaventem Luchthaven Perron A station, which is closest to Leuven in Belgium.

  • When is the first bus from Machelen to Leuven in Belgium?

    The first bus from Machelen to Leuven in Belgium is Zaventem Luchthaven-Kortenberg-Everberg-Leuven. It leaves the Machelen Cargo Discount P1 stop at 9:27 AM.