How to get from Leuven to Spa by train?

From Leuven to Spa by train

To get from Leuven to Spa in Spa, take the IC train from Louvain station to Pepinster station. Next, take the L train from Pepinster station to Spa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Spa on the Moovit app.

82min
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Pepinster
    53 min
  • 4
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Spa-Géronstère
  • 5
    Ride to train station Spa
    Ride to train station
    Spa
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Leuven to Spa by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Spa you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the IC train from Louvain station to Verviers-Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the E21 bus and finally take the 295 bus from Tiege Charmille station to Spa Gare Sncb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Spa on the Moovit app.

113min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - E21E21
Bus - 295295
Walk to Spa
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Verviers-Central
    53 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Verviers Gare Centrale - Quai C
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - E21E21
    Wait for bus
    E21
    Malmedy Gare
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tiege Charmille
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tiege Charmille
    90 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 295295
    Wait for bus
    295
    Spa Gare Sncb
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Spa Gare Sncb
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Spa
    Walk to
    Spa
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Spa

The distance between Leuven and Spa is approximately 102.04 km, which can typically be travelled in 82 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Spa by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Spa – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Leuven to Spa

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

To get from Leuven to Spa you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the IC train from Louvain station to Verviers-Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the E21 bus and finally take the 295 bus from Tiege Charmille station to Spa Gare Sncb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Spa on the Moovit app.

113min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - E21E21
Bus - 295295
Walk to Spa
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Verviers-Central
    53 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Verviers Gare Centrale - Quai C
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - E21E21
    Wait for bus
    E21
    Malmedy Gare
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tiege Charmille
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tiege Charmille
    90 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 295295
    Wait for bus
    295
    Spa Gare Sncb
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Spa Gare Sncb
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Spa
    Walk to
    Spa
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Spa?

    The fastest way takes 82 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line L.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leuven to Spa?

    The alternative route takes 113 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line E21, Bus line 295.

  • Is there a direct train between Leuven and Spa?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 22 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leuven to Spa?

    The IC train line goes from Welkenraedt station near Leuven in Belgium to Pepinster station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Pepinster station near Spa.

  • How long does it take to travel from Leuven to Spa by train?

    The total travel time between Leuven and Spa by train is about 1 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Leuven to get to Spa?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Leuven and Spa?

    Get off the train at the Pepinster station, which is closest to Spa.

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