How to get from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve by train?

From Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve by train

To get from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve in Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve, take the IC train from Leuven station to Ottignies station. Next, take the S8 train from Ottignies station to Louvain-La-Neuve station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Louvain-La-Neuve on the Moovit app.

41min
Train - IC
IC
Train - S8
S8
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Charleroi Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ottignies
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - S8S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Louvain-La-Neuve
  • 5
    Ride to train station Louvain-La-Neuve
    Ride to train station
    Louvain-La-Neuve
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve in Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve, take the IC train from Leuven station to Wavre station. Next, take the E12 bus from Wavre Station - Platform 13 station to Louvain-La-Neuve Bus Station - Platform 2 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Louvain-La-Neuve on the Moovit app.

42min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - E12E12
Walk to Louvain-La-Neuve
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Charleroi Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wavre
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wavre Station - Platform 13
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - E12E12
    Wait for bus
    E12
    Louvain-La-Neuve Bus Station - Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Louvain-La-Neuve Bus Station - Platform 2
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Louvain-La-Neuve
    Walk to
    Louvain-La-Neuve
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve

The distance between Leuven, Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve and Louvain-La-Neuve, Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve is approximately 35.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve

To check the train schedule from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leuven) and destination (Louvain-La-Neuve), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve in Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve, take the IC train from Leuven station to Wavre station. Next, take the E12 bus from Wavre Station - Platform 13 station to Louvain-La-Neuve Bus Station - Platform 2 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Louvain-La-Neuve on the Moovit app.

42min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - E12E12
Walk to Louvain-La-Neuve
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Charleroi Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wavre
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wavre Station - Platform 13
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - E12E12
    Wait for bus
    E12
    Louvain-La-Neuve Bus Station - Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Louvain-La-Neuve Bus Station - Platform 2
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Louvain-La-Neuve
    Walk to
    Louvain-La-Neuve
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve?

    The fastest way takes 41 minutes, using Train line Charleroi Central - Louvain, Train line S8.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve?

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Train line Charleroi Central - Louvain, Bus line E12.

  • Is there a direct train between Leuven and Louvain-La-Neuve?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 41 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve?

    The IC train line goes from Charleroi Central station near Leuven in Belgium to Ottignies station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Ottignies station near Louvain-La-Neuve in Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Leuven to Louvain-La-Neuve by train?

    The total travel time between Leuven in Belgium and Louvain-La-Neuve in Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve by train is about 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Leuven to get to Louvain-La-Neuve?

    Get on the IC train from the Charleroi Central station near Leuven in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Leuven and Louvain-La-Neuve?

    Get off the train at the Ottignies station, which is closest to Louvain-La-Neuve in Ottignies-Louvain-La-Neuve.

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