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

From Turnhout to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Turnhout to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Turnhout station to Mechelen 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 42 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

102min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Turnhout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Turnhout
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Binche
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 6
    ID 303131
    150 m • 3 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

Alternative route from Turnhout to Leuven by bus and train via IC, IC and 41

To get from Turnhout to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Turnhout station to Mechelen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 41 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 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

106min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4141
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Turnhout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Turnhout
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Binche
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 3
  • 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 Turnhout to Leuven

The distance between Turnhout and Leuven is approximately 90.67 km, which can typically be travelled in 102 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Turnhout 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 Turnhout to Leuven

To check the bus and train schedule from Turnhout to Leuven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Turnhout) 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 Turnhout to Leuven by bus and train via IC, IC and 41

To get from Turnhout to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Turnhout station to Mechelen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 41 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 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

106min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4141
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Turnhout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Turnhout
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Binche
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 3
  • 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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 102 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Bus line 2.

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

    The alternative route takes 106 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Bus line 41.

  • Is there a direct train between Turnhout and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Turnhout to Leuven?

    The IC train line goes from Binche station near Turnhout in Turnhout to Mechelen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Mechelen station near Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between Turnhout and Leuven by train and bus is about 1 hr 42 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Binche station near Turnhout in Turnhout.

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

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

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