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

Elephant to Leuven - Bus Schedule

The R28 bus from Elephant to Leuven runs from 04:52 to 23:47, with departures every 10 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 4 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Elephant to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Elephant to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R28 bus from Triangle station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 5A 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 4 min. The bus and train schedule from Elephant may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

64min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R28R28
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5A5A
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Triangle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Triangle
    ID 306399
    310 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - R28R28
    Wait for bus
    R28
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    10 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
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 4
    ID 303129
    100 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 5A5A
    Wait for bus
    5A
    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 Elephant to Leuven

The distance between Elephant and Leuven is approximately 33.54 km, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elephant 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 Elephant to Leuven

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

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Bus line R28, Train line IC, Bus line 5A.

  • Is there a direct bus between Elephant and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Elephant to Leuven?

    The R28 bus line goes from Triangle station near Elephant in Brussels to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Brussels North Drop-off Point station near Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between Elephant and Leuven by bus and train is about 1 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the R28 bus from the Triangle stop near Elephant in Brussels.

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

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

  • When is the first train from Elephant to Leuven?

    The first train from Elephant in Brussels to Leuven in Leuven is Brussels South - Genk. It leaves the Brussels South station at 7:11 AM.

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