How to get from Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven by bus and train?

From Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven by bus and train

To get from Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R81 bus from Madou 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 58 min. The bus and train schedule from Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Leuven on the Moovit app.

58min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R81R81
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5A5A
Walk to Leuven
Leaves from Madou

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madou
    ID 301080
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - R81R81
    Wait for bus
    R81
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    5 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
    110 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 Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven

The distance between Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou and Leuven is approximately 31.97 km, which can typically be travelled in 58 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou 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 Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven

To check the bus and train schedule from Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou) 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 Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 58 minutes, using Bus line R81, Train line IC, Bus line 5A.

  • Is there a direct bus between Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou and Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven?

    The R81 bus line goes from Madou station near Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou 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 Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou and Leuven by bus and train is about 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to get to Leuven?

    Get on the R81 bus from the Madou stop near Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou in Brussels.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou 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 Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou to Leuven?

    The first train from Saint-Josse-Ten-Node Madou in Brussels to Leuven in Leuven is Brussels South - Genk. It leaves the Brussels Central station at 7:16 AM.

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