How to get from La Hulpe to Leuven by bus and train?

La Hulpe to Leuven - Train Schedule

The S8 train from La Hulpe to Leuven departs once a day at 05:31. The trip takes about 1 hr 4 min.

From La Hulpe to Leuven by bus and train

To get from La Hulpe to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S8 train from La Hulpe station to Brussels North station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 5B bus from Leuven Station Platform 4 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform B station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The bus and train schedule from La Hulpe may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

64min
Train - S8
S8
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5B5B
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from La Hulpe

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    La Hulpe
  • 2
    Train - S8S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Zottegem
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 4
    ID 303129
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5B5B
    Wait for bus
    5B
    Heverlee Science Park
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform B
    ID 305443
    4 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 La Hulpe to Leuven

The distance between La Hulpe and Leuven is approximately 50.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from La Hulpe 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 La Hulpe to Leuven

To check the bus and train schedule from La Hulpe to Leuven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (La Hulpe) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from La Hulpe to Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Train line S8, Train line IC, Bus line 5B.

  • Is there a direct train between La Hulpe and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from La Hulpe to Leuven?

    The S8 train line goes from Brussels North station near La Hulpe in Overijse to Leuven station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Leuven station near Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between La Hulpe and Leuven by train and bus is about 1 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the S8 train from the Brussels North station near La Hulpe in Overijse.

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

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

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