How to get from Watermael to UZ Leuven by bus and train?

Watermael to UZ Leuven - Bus Schedule

The W bus from Watermael to UZ Leuven runs from 06:48 to 16:18, with departures every 30 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 24 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Watermael to UZ Leuven by bus and train

To get from Watermael to UZ Leuven you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the W bus from Watermael station to Saint-Gilles Hal Gate Metro station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the R80 bus from Leuven Station Platform 8 station to Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Watermael may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to UZ Leuven on the Moovit app.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - WW
Train - IC
IC
Bus - R80R80
Walk to UZ Leuven
Leaves from Watermael

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watermael
    ID 300016
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - WW
    Wait for bus
    W
    Saint-Gilles Hal Gate Metro
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saint-Gilles Hal Gate Metro
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels South
    670 m • 9 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 8
    70 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - R80R80
    Wait for bus
    R80
    Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe Kraainem Metro
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leuven Gasthuisberg Clinic Platform 2
    ID 310468
    8 min
  • 10
    Walk to UZ Leuven
    Walk to
    UZ Leuven
    Herestraat 49
    210 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Watermael to UZ Leuven

The distance between Watermael and UZ Leuven is approximately 42.05 km, which can typically be travelled in 84 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Watermael 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 Watermael to UZ Leuven

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 84 minutes, using Bus line W, Train line IC, Bus line R80.

  • Is there a direct bus between Watermael and UZ Leuven?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 24 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Watermael to UZ Leuven?

    The W bus line goes from Watermael station near Watermael in Brussels to Saint-Gilles Hal Gate Metro station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Saint-Gilles Hal Gate Metro station near UZ Leuven.

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

    The total travel time between Watermael and UZ Leuven by bus and train is about 1 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Watermael to get to UZ Leuven?

    Get on the W bus from the Watermael stop near Watermael in Brussels.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Watermael and UZ Leuven?

    Get off the bus at the Saint-Gilles Hal Gate Metro stop, which is closest to UZ Leuven.

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