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

From Dilbeek to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Dilbeek to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R29 bus from Dilbeek Station station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 2 bus from Leuven Station Platform 6 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform C station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Dilbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

74min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R29R29
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Dilbeek Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dilbeek Station
    ID 301307
    360 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - R29R29
    Wait for bus
    R29
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 6
    ID 303131
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Heverlee Arenberg Campus
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform C
    ID 305444
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dilbeek to Leuven by bus and train via R29, IC and 42

To get from Dilbeek to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R29 bus from Dilbeek Station station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 42 bus from Leuven Station Platform 2 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform B station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Dilbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

74min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R29R29
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4242
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Dilbeek Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dilbeek Station
    ID 301307
    360 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - R29R29
    Wait for bus
    R29
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    100 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform B
    ID 305443
    4 min
  • 10
    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 Dilbeek to Leuven

The distance between Dilbeek and Leuven is approximately 41.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dilbeek 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 Dilbeek to Leuven

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Dilbeek to Leuven by bus and train via R29, IC and 42

To get from Dilbeek to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R29 bus from Dilbeek Station station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 42 bus from Leuven Station Platform 2 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform B station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Dilbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

74min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R29R29
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4242
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Dilbeek Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dilbeek Station
    ID 301307
    360 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - R29R29
    Wait for bus
    R29
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    100 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform B
    ID 305443
    4 min
  • 10
    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 Dilbeek to Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line Dilbeek Zuurweide - Brussels North, Train line IC, Bus line 2.

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

    The alternative route takes 74 minutes, using Bus line Dilbeek Zuurweide - Brussels North, Train line IC, Bus line 42.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dilbeek and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dilbeek to Leuven?

    The R29 bus line goes from Dilbeek Station station near Dilbeek in Dilbeek to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Brussels North Drop-off Point station near Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between Dilbeek and Leuven by bus and train is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dilbeek to get to Leuven?

    Get on the R29 bus from the Dilbeek Station stop near Dilbeek in Dilbeek.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dilbeek and Leuven?

    Get off the bus at the Brussels North Drop-off Point stop, which is closest to Leuven.

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