How to get from Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven by bus and train?

From Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 741 bus from Ghent South Platform 6 station to Ghent St Peters Station Platform 16 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 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Ghent South Platform 6 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

88min
Bus - 741741
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Ghent South Platform 6

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ghent South Platform 6
  • 2
    Bus - 741741
    Wait for bus
    741
    Ghent St. Peters Station Platform 15
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ghent St Peters Station Platform 16
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 6
    ID 303131
    80 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
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Public transit directions from Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven

The distance between Ghent South Platform 6 and Leuven is approximately 88.49 km, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ghent South Platform 6 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 Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven

To check the bus and train schedule from Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ghent South Platform 6) 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 Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Bus line 741, Train line IC, Bus line 2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ghent South Platform 6 and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven?

    The 741 bus line goes from Ghent St Peters Station 16 station near Ghent South Platform 6 in Gent to Ghent St. Peter station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Ghent St. Peter station near Leuven.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ghent South Platform 6 to Leuven by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ghent South Platform 6 and Leuven by bus and train is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ghent South Platform 6 to get to Leuven?

    Get on the 741 bus from the Ghent St Peters Station 16 stop near Ghent South Platform 6 in Gent.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ghent South Platform 6 and Leuven?

    Get off the bus at the Ghent St. Peter stop, which is closest to Leuven.

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