How to get from Châtelet to Leuven by train?

From Châtelet to Leuven by train

To get from Châtelet to Leuven you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S61 train from Châtelet station to Charleroi Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Brussels South station to Leuven station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min. The train schedule from Châtelet may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

125min
Train - S61
S61
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Châtelet

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Châtelet
  • 2
    Train - S61S61
    Wait for train
    S61
    Fleurus
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Charleroi Central
    10 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Essen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    54 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    27 min
  • 8
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    1.13 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Châtelet to Leuven

The distance between Châtelet and Leuven is approximately 95.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 125 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Châtelet to Leuven by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Leuven – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Châtelet to Leuven

To check the train schedule from Châtelet to Leuven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Châtelet) and destination (Leuven), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 125 minutes, using Train line S61, Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Châtelet and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 5 min.

  • Which train line goes from Châtelet to Leuven?

    The S61 train line goes from Charleroi Central station near Châtelet in Châtelet to Brussels South station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Brussels South station near Leuven.

  • How long does it take to travel from Châtelet to Leuven by train?

    The total travel time between Châtelet and Leuven by train is about 2 hr 5 min.

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

    Get on the S61 train from the Charleroi Central station near Châtelet in Châtelet.

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

    Get off the train at the Brussels South station, which is closest to Leuven.

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