How to get from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train?

From Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train

To get from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ekeren station to Mechelen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the R90 bus from Leuven Station Platform 12 station to Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 5 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The bus and train schedule from Ekeren Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

83min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - R90R90
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Ekeren

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ekeren
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Charleroi Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leuven
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 12
    ID 308757
    150 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - R90R90
    Wait for bus
    R90
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 5
    ID 310471
    8 min
  • 9
    Walk to UZ Leuven
    Walk to
    UZ Leuven
    Herestraat 49
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train via IC, IC and 43

To get from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ekeren station to Mechelen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 43 bus from Leuven Station Platform 2 station to Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 5 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Ekeren Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

85min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4343
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Ekeren

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ekeren
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Charleroi Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leuven
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 5
    ID 310471
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to UZ Leuven
    Walk to
    UZ Leuven
    Herestraat 49
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven

The distance between Ekeren Station and UZ Leuven is approximately 58.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Leuven – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train via IC, IC and 43

To get from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ekeren station to Mechelen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 43 bus from Leuven Station Platform 2 station to Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 5 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Ekeren Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

85min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4343
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Ekeren

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ekeren
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Charleroi Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leuven
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 5
    ID 310471
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to UZ Leuven
    Walk to
    UZ Leuven
    Herestraat 49
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line Ghent-Saint-Pierre - Leuven, Bus line Leuven - Kortenberg - Brussels North.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven?

    The alternative route takes 85 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line Ghent-Saint-Pierre - Leuven, Bus line 43.

  • Is there a direct train between Ekeren Station and UZ Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven?

    The IC train line goes from Ekeren station near Ekeren Station in Antwerpen to Charleroi Central station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Charleroi Central station near UZ Leuven.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ekeren Station to UZ Leuven by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ekeren Station and UZ Leuven by train and bus is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ekeren Station to get to UZ Leuven?

    Get on the IC train from the Ekeren station near Ekeren Station in Antwerpen.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ekeren Station and UZ Leuven?

    Get off the train at the Charleroi Central stop, which is closest to UZ Leuven.

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