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

Linkebeek Station to Leuven - Bus Schedule

The BUS bus from Linkebeek Station to Leuven runs from 01:09 to 00:09, with departures every 20 min-5 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 26 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Linkebeek Station to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Linkebeek Station to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the Bus bus from Linkebeek station to Brussels South 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 26 min. The bus and train schedule from Linkebeek Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

86min
Bus - BusBus
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5B5B
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Linkebeek

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Linkebeek Station
  • 2
    Bus - BusBus
    Wait for bus
    Bus
    Brussels South
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels South
    37 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 4
    ID 303129
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5B5B
    Wait for bus
    5B
    Heverlee Science Park
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform B
    ID 305443
    4 min
  • 9
    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 Linkebeek Station to Leuven

The distance between Linkebeek Station and Leuven is approximately 41.18 km, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Linkebeek 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 Linkebeek Station to Leuven

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

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Bus line Bus, Train line IC, Bus line 5B.

  • Is there a direct bus between Linkebeek Station and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Linkebeek Station to Leuven?

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

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

    The total travel time between Linkebeek Station and Leuven by bus and train is about 1 hr 26 min.

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

    Get on the Bus bus from the Brussels South stop near Linkebeek Station in Linkebeek.

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

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

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