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How to get from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven by bus and train?

From Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S53 train from Ghent-Dampoort station to Ghent St. Peter 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 34 min. The bus and train schedule from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

94min
Walk to train stationTrain - S53
S53
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5B5B
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Ghent-Dampoort

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ghent-Dampoort
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - S53S53
    Wait for train
    S53
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    9 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    58 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 4
    ID 303129
    110 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

Alternative route from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven by bus and train via S53, IC and 41

To get from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S53 train from Ghent-Dampoort station to Ghent St. Peter station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 41 bus from Leuven Station Platform 2 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform B station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The bus and train schedule from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

97min
Walk to train stationTrain - S53
S53
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4141
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Ghent-Dampoort

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ghent-Dampoort
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - S53S53
    Wait for train
    S53
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    9 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    58 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 3
  • 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 Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven

The distance between Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 and Leuven is approximately 92.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 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 Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven

To check the bus and train schedule from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ghent Dampoort Platform A1) 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 Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven by bus and train via S53, IC and 41

To get from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S53 train from Ghent-Dampoort station to Ghent St. Peter station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 41 bus from Leuven Station Platform 2 station to Leuven De Somer Square Platform B station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The bus and train schedule from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

97min
Walk to train stationTrain - S53
S53
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4141
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Ghent-Dampoort

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ghent-Dampoort
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - S53S53
    Wait for train
    S53
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    9 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    58 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 3
  • 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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Train line S53, Train line IC, Bus line 5B.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven?

    The alternative route takes 97 minutes, using Train line S53, Train line IC, Bus line 41.

  • Is there a direct train between Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven?

    The S53 train line goes from Ghent-Dampoort station near Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 in Gent to Ghent St. Peter station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Ghent St. Peter station near Leuven.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to Leuven by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 and Leuven by train and bus is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 to get to Leuven?

    Get on the S53 train from the Ghent-Dampoort station near Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 in Gent.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ghent Dampoort Platform A1 and Leuven?

    Get off the train at the Ghent St. Peter stop, which is closest to Leuven.

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