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

From South Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train

To get from South Station to UZ Leuven in Leuven, take the IC train from Brussels South station to Leuven station. Next, take the R81 bus from Leuven Station Platform 8 station to Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 5 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The bus and train schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

45min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - R81R81
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Brussels South

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Station
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 8
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - R81R81
    Wait for bus
    R81
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 5
    ID 310471
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to UZ Leuven
    Walk to
    UZ Leuven
    Herestraat 49
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from South Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train via IC and 42

To get from South Station to UZ Leuven in Leuven, take the IC train from Brussels South station to Leuven station. Next, take the 42 bus from Leuven Station Platform 2 station to Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The bus and train schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

46min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4242
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Brussels South

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Station
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2
    ID 310468
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to UZ Leuven
    Walk to
    UZ Leuven
    Herestraat 49
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Belgium.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from South Station to UZ Leuven

The distance between South Station and UZ Leuven is approximately 36.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South 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 South Station to UZ Leuven

To check the bus and train schedule from South Station to UZ Leuven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South 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 South Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train via IC and 42

To get from South Station to UZ Leuven in Leuven, take the IC train from Brussels South station to Leuven station. Next, take the 42 bus from Leuven Station Platform 2 station to Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The bus and train schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

46min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4242
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Brussels South

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Station
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 2
    ID 303126
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2
    ID 310468
    10 min
  • 7
    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 South Station to UZ Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line Leuven - Leefdaal - Sterrebeek - Brussels.

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

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line 42.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Hasselt station near South Station in Brussels to Leuven station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Leuven station near UZ Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between South Station and UZ Leuven by train and bus is about 45 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Hasselt station near South Station in Brussels.

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

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

  • When is the last train from South Station to UZ Leuven?

    The last train from South Station in Brussels to UZ Leuven in Leuven is the Liege-Guillemins - Ostend line. It leaves the Brussels South station at 1:31 AM.

Popular Routes