How to get from Louvain to Nijlen by train?

From Louvain to Nijlen by train

To get from Louvain to Nijlen in Belgium, take the L train from Louvain station to Lierre station. Next, take the IC train from Lierre station to Nijlen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The train schedule from Louvain may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijlen on the Moovit app.

68min
Train - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Louvain
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Anvers-Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    44 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station Nijlen
    Ride to train station
    Nijlen
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Louvain to Nijlen by bus and train

To get from Louvain to Nijlen in Belgium, take the L train from Louvain station to Lierre station. Next, take the 84 bus from Lier Station Perron 5 station to Nijlen Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The train schedule from Louvain may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijlen on the Moovit app.

92min
Train - L
L
Bus - 8484
Walk to Nijlen
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Louvain
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Anvers-Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lier Station Perron 5
    ID 109717
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8484
    Wait for bus
    84
    Vorselaar Van Roeyinstituut Perron 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nijlen Station
    ID 107014
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Nijlen
    Walk to
    Nijlen
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Louvain to Nijlen

The distance between Louvain, Belgium and Nijlen, Belgium is approximately 50.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Louvain to Nijlen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Louvain to Nijlen

To check the train schedule from Louvain to Nijlen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Louvain) and destination (Nijlen), 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 Louvain to Nijlen by bus and train

To get from Louvain to Nijlen in Belgium, take the L train from Louvain station to Lierre station. Next, take the 84 bus from Lier Station Perron 5 station to Nijlen Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The train schedule from Louvain may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijlen on the Moovit app.

92min
Train - L
L
Bus - 8484
Walk to Nijlen
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Louvain
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Anvers-Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lier Station Perron 5
    ID 109717
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8484
    Wait for bus
    84
    Vorselaar Van Roeyinstituut Perron 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nijlen Station
    ID 107014
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Nijlen
    Walk to
    Nijlen
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Louvain to Nijlen?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Train line L, Train line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Louvain to Nijlen?

    The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Train line L, Bus line 84.

  • Is there a direct train between Louvain and Nijlen?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Louvain to Nijlen?

    The L train line goes from Anvers-Central station near Louvain in Leuven to Lierre station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Lierre station near Nijlen in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Louvain to Nijlen by train?

    The total travel time between Louvain in Leuven and Nijlen in Belgium by train is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Louvain to get to Nijlen?

    Get on the L train from the Anvers-Central station near Louvain in Leuven.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Louvain and Nijlen?

    Get off the train at the Lierre station, which is closest to Nijlen in Belgium.

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