How to get from Machelen Church to Leuven by bus and train?

Machelen Church to Leuven - Bus Schedule

The 65 bus from Machelen Church to Leuven usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 31 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Machelen Church to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Machelen Church to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 65 bus from Machelen station to Central 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 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Machelen Church may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

91min
Walk to bus stationBus - 65
65
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5B5B
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Machelen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Machelen
    ID 3042
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central Station
    ID 6442
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Central
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    24 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 Machelen Church to Leuven

The distance between Machelen Church and Leuven is approximately 44.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Machelen Church 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 Machelen Church to Leuven

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

    The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Bus line 65, Train line IC, Bus line 5B.

  • Is there a direct bus between Machelen Church and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 31 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Machelen Church to Leuven?

    The 65 bus line goes from Machelen station near Machelen Church in Machelen to Central Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Central Station near Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between Machelen Church and Leuven by bus and train is about 1 hr 31 min.

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

    Get on the 65 bus from the Machelen stop near Machelen Church in Machelen.

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

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

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