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

From Herentals to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Herentals to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Herentals station to Lierre 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 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Herentals may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

72min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Herentals

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Herentals
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tournai
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leuven
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 6
    ID 303131
    80 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Heverlee Arenberg Campus
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform C
    ID 305444
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Herentals to Leuven

The distance between Herentals and Leuven is approximately 63.59 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Herentals 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 Herentals to Leuven

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

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 2.

  • Is there a direct train between Herentals and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Herentals to Leuven?

    The IC train line goes from Lierre station near Herentals in Herentals 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 Herentals to Leuven by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Herentals and Leuven by train and bus is about 1 hr 12 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Lierre station near Herentals in Herentals.

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

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

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