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

From Bockstael to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Bockstael to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the X60 bus from Brussels Bockstael station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 2 bus from Leuven Station Platform 6 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform C station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Bockstael may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

40min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X60X60
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Brussels Bockstael

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brussels Bockstael
    ID 300811
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X60X60
    Wait for bus
    X60
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 6
    ID 303131
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Heverlee Arenberg Campus
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform C
    ID 305444
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Bockstael to Leuven by bus and train via R31, IC and 2

To get from Bockstael to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R31 bus from Brussels Bockstael station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 2 bus from Leuven Station Platform 6 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform C station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Bockstael may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

43min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R31R31
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Brussels Bockstael

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brussels Bockstael
    ID 300811
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R31R31
    Wait for bus
    R31
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 6
    ID 303131
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Heverlee Arenberg Campus
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform C
    ID 305444
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bockstael to Leuven

The distance between Bockstael and Leuven is approximately 33.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 40 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bockstael 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 Bockstael to Leuven

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Bockstael to Leuven by bus and train via R31, IC and 2

To get from Bockstael to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R31 bus from Brussels Bockstael station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 2 bus from Leuven Station Platform 6 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform C station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Bockstael may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

43min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R31R31
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Brussels Bockstael

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brussels Bockstael
    ID 300811
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R31R31
    Wait for bus
    R31
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 6
    ID 303131
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Heverlee Arenberg Campus
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven De Somer Square Platform C
    ID 305444
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Leuven
    Walk to
    Leuven
    Grote Market
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bockstael to Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 40 minutes, using Bus line Express Bus Boom - Londerzeel - Brussels North, Train line IC, Bus line 2.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bockstael to Leuven?

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Bus line Verbrande Brug - Grimbergen - Brussels North, Train line IC, Bus line 2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bockstael and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bockstael to Leuven?

    The X60 bus line goes from Brussels Bockstael station near Bockstael 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 Bockstael to Leuven by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Bockstael and Leuven by bus and train is about 40 min.

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

    Get on the X60 bus from the Brussels Bockstael stop near Bockstael in Brussels.

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

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

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