How to get from North Station to Leuven by bus and train?

From North Station to Leuven by bus and train

To get from North Station to Leuven in Leuven, take the IC train from Brussels North station to Leuven station. Next, 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 32 min. The bus and train schedule from North Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

32min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Bus - 5B5B
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Brussels North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 4
    ID 303129
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5B5B
    Wait for bus
    5B
    Heverlee Science Park
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform B
    ID 305443
    4 min
  • 7
    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 North Station to Leuven

The distance between North Station and Leuven is approximately 30 km, which can typically be travelled in 32 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Station 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 North Station to Leuven

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

    The fastest way takes 32 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line 5B.

  • Is there a direct train between North Station and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from North Station to Leuven?

    The IC train line goes from Brussels North station near North Station in Brussels to Leuven station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Leuven station near Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between North Station and Leuven by train and bus is about 32 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Brussels North station near North Station in Brussels.

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

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

  • When is the first train from North Station to Leuven?

    The first train from North Station in Brussels to Leuven in Leuven is Brussels South - Genk. It leaves the Brussels North station at 7:22 AM.

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