How to get from Alken to Schiplaken by bus and train?

From Alken to Schiplaken by bus and train

To get from Alken to Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek, take the IC train from Alken station to Leuven station. Next, take the 20 bus from Leuven Station Platform 8 station to Hever Biest Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 8 min. The bus and train schedule from Alken may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Schiplaken on the Moovit app.

128min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 2020
Walk to Schiplaken
Leaves from Alken

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Alken
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Blankenberge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 8
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Mechelen Station Platform 14
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hever Biest Street
    ID 300666
    45 min
  • 7
    Walk to Schiplaken
    Walk to
    Schiplaken
    Karabinierstraat
    1.61 km • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alken to Schiplaken

The distance between Alken, Boortmeerbeek and Schiplaken, Boortmeerbeek is approximately 72.72 km, which can typically be travelled in 128 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alken to Schiplaken by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boortmeerbeek – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Alken to Schiplaken

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

    The fastest way takes 128 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct train between Alken and Schiplaken?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Alken to Schiplaken?

    The IC train line goes from Leuven station near Alken in Alken to Leuven Station Platform 8 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Leuven Station Platform 8 station near Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Alken to Schiplaken by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Alken in Alken and Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek by train and bus is about 2 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Alken to get to Schiplaken?

    Get on the IC train from the Leuven station near Alken in Alken.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Alken and Schiplaken?

    Get off the train at the Leuven Station Platform 8 stop, which is closest to Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek.

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