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

From Central Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train

To get from Central Station to UZ Leuven in Leuven, take the IC train from Brussels Central 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 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

49min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Bus - R81R81
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Brussels Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Central
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    23 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 Central Station to UZ Leuven by bus and train via IC and 42

To get from Central Station to UZ Leuven in Leuven, take the IC train from Brussels Central 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 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

50min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Bus - 4242
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Brussels Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Central
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    23 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
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Public transit directions from Central Station to UZ Leuven

The distance between Central Station and UZ Leuven is approximately 34.62 km, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central 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 Central Station to UZ Leuven

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

To get from Central Station to UZ Leuven in Leuven, take the IC train from Brussels Central 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 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

50min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Bus - 4242
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Brussels Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels Central
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    23 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 Central Station to UZ Leuven?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line Leuven - Leefdaal - Sterrebeek - Brussels.

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

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line 42.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Central Station and UZ Leuven by train and bus is about 49 min.

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

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

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

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

  • When is the first train from Central Station to UZ Leuven?

    The first train from Central Station in Brussels to UZ Leuven in Leuven is Liege-Guillemins - Ostend. It leaves the Brussels Central station at 1:25 AM.

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