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

Pleiades to Leuven - Bus Schedule

The 61 bus from Pleiades to Leuven runs from 05:15 to 23:46, with departures every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 22 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Pleiades to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Pleiades to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 61 bus from Pleiades station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally 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 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Pleiades may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

82min
Bus - 61
61
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5B5B
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Pleiades

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Pleiades
  • 2
    Bus - 6161
    Wait for bus
    61
    North Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Station
    ID 1900
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 4
    ID 303129
    100 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 5B5B
    Wait for bus
    5B
    Heverlee Science Park
  • 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 Pleiades to Leuven

The distance between Pleiades and Leuven is approximately 40.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 82 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Pleiades 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 Pleiades to Leuven

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

    The fastest way takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 61, Train line IC, Bus line 5B.

  • Is there a direct bus between Pleiades and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Pleiades to Leuven?

    The 61 bus line goes from North Station near Pleiades in Brussels to Brussels North station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Brussels North station near Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between Pleiades and Leuven by bus and train is about 1 hr 22 min.

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

    Get on the 61 bus from the North Station near Pleiades in Brussels.

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

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

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