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 43 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Louvain-La-Neuve on the Moovit app.

43min
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
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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 43 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Train line Charleroi Central - Louvain, Train line S8.

  • 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 43 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 43 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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