How to get from Botanical Garden to Leuven by bus and train?

Botanical Garden to Leuven - Bus Schedule

The R81 bus from Botanical Garden to Leuven runs from 06:17 to 22:53, with departures every 25 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 31 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Botanical Garden to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Botanical Garden to Leuven in Belgium, take the R81 bus from Saint-Joost-Ten-Node Botanical Garden station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, take the IC train from Brussels North station to Leuven station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Botanical Garden may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

31min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R81R81
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Saint-Joost-Ten-Node Botanical Garden

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint-Joost-Ten-Node Botanical Garden
    ID 307172
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R81R81
    Wait for bus
    R81
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leuven
  • 6
    Ride to train station Leuven
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Botanical Garden to Leuven

The distance between Botanical Garden, Belgium and Leuven, Belgium is approximately 29.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 31 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Botanical Garden to Leuven by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Botanical Garden to Leuven

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

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Bus line R81, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Botanical Garden and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 31 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Botanical Garden to Leuven?

    The R81 bus line goes from Saint-Joost-Ten-Node Botanical Garden station near Botanical Garden in Brussels to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Brussels North Drop-off Point station near Leuven in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Botanical Garden in Brussels and Leuven in Belgium by bus and train is about 31 min.

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

    Get on the R81 bus from the Saint-Joost-Ten-Node Botanical Garden stop near Botanical Garden in Brussels.

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

    Get off the bus at the Brussels North Drop-off Point station, which is closest to Leuven in Belgium.

  • When is the first train from Botanical Garden to Leuven?

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

  • When is the last bus from Botanical Garden to Leuven?

    The last bus from Botanical Garden in Brussels to Leuven in Belgium is the Brussels North - Kortenberg - Leuven line. It leaves the Saint-Joost-Ten-Node Botanical Garden stop at 1:00 AM.

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