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

From Châtelet to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Châtelet to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: 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 2 bus from Heverlee Station station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform A station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Châtelet may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

139min
Train - S61
S61
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
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
    Wavre
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Charleroi Central
    6 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leuven
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heverlee
    57 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heverlee Station
    ID 302925
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Leuven English Square
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform A
    ID 305442
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Châtelet to Leuven by bus and train via S61, IC and 5A

To get from Châtelet to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: 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 5A bus from Leuven Station Platform 4 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform B station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Châtelet may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

144min
Train - S61
S61
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5A5A
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
    Wavre
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Charleroi Central
    6 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leuven
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 4
    ID 303129
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5A5A
    Wait for bus
    5A
    Heverlee Science Park
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform B
    ID 305443
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    160 m • 3 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 71.21 km, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Châtelet to Leuven by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Leuven – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Châtelet to Leuven

To check the bus and 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 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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Alternative route from Châtelet to Leuven by bus and train via S61, IC and 5A

To get from Châtelet to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: 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 5A bus from Leuven Station Platform 4 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform B station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Châtelet may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

144min
Train - S61
S61
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5A5A
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
    Wavre
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Charleroi Central
    6 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leuven
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 4
    ID 303129
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5A5A
    Wait for bus
    5A
    Heverlee Science Park
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform B
    ID 305443
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    160 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Train line S61, Train line Charleroi Central - Louvain, Bus line 2.

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

    The alternative route takes 144 minutes, using Train line S61, Train line Charleroi Central - Louvain, Bus line Bierbeek Sint-Kamillus - Heverlee Science Park.

  • Is there a direct train between Châtelet and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Châtelet to Leuven?

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

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

    The total travel time between Châtelet and Leuven by train and bus is about 2 hr 19 min.

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

    Get on the S61 train from the Wavre station near Châtelet in Châtelet.

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

    Get off the train at the Charleroi Central stop, which is closest to Leuven.

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