- Must visit
M Leuven
University museum with science, culture, and philosophy exhibitions in a striking historic complex. Ideal for understanding Leuven's academic identity.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
175
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Leuven will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 175 trains that leave Brussels for Leuven on Sat, Jul 25, 175 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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1509Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Leuven:
A bus is $0.73 (€0.73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Leuven costing on average $6 (€6).
Other travel options to Leuven take longer:
Bus takes on average 42m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (32m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€6) compared to roughly $5 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regional, Renfe, SNCB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Leuven trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3617 | 6:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 6:39 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2816 | 6:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 6:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3617 | 6:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 6:39 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2816 | 6:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 6:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
417 | 6:28 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 6:55 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1517 | 6:32 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h29 | 7:01 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
417 | 6:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 6:55 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1517 | 6:37 PM Brussels-Central | 0h24 | 7:01 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
417 | 6:39 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 6:55 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1517 | 6:44 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 7:01 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
517 | 6:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 7:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
517 | 7:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 7:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
517 | 7:08 PM Brussels-North | 0h15 | 7:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3618 | 7:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h29 | 7:40 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2817 | 7:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 7:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3618 | 7:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h24 | 7:40 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2817 | 7:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 7:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3618 | 7:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h18 | 7:40 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2817 | 7:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 7:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
418 | 7:28 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 7:55 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
418 | 7:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 7:55 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1518 | 7:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 8:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
418 | 7:39 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 7:55 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1518 | 7:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 8:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1518 | 7:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 8:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
518 | 7:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 8:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
518 | 8:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 8:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
518 | 8:08 PM Brussels-North | 0h15 | 8:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3619 | 8:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 8:39 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2818 | 8:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 8:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3619 | 8:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 8:39 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2818 | 8:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 8:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3619 | 8:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 8:39 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2818 | 8:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 8:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
419 | 8:28 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 8:56 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1519 | 8:32 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h29 | 9:01 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
419 | 8:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 8:56 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1519 | 8:37 PM Brussels-Central | 0h24 | 9:01 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
419 | 8:39 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 8:56 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1519 | 8:44 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 9:01 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
519 | 8:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 9:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
519 | 9:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 9:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
519 | 9:08 PM Brussels-North | 0h15 | 9:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3620 | 9:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h29 | 9:40 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2819 | 9:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 9:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3620 | 9:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h24 | 9:40 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2819 | 9:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 9:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3620 | 9:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h18 | 9:40 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2819 | 9:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 9:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1520 | 9:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 10:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1520 | 9:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 10:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1520 | 9:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 10:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
520 | 9:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 10:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
520 | 10:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 10:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
520 | 10:08 PM Brussels-North | 0h15 | 10:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3621 | 10:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 10:39 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2820 | 10:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 10:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3621 | 10:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 10:39 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2820 | 10:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 10:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3621 | 10:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 10:39 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2820 | 10:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 10:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1521 | 10:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 11:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1521 | 10:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 11:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1521 | 10:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 11:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
521 | 10:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 11:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
521 | 11:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 11:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
521 | 11:08 PM Brussels-North | 0h15 | 11:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2821 | 11:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 11:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2821 | 11:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 11:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2821 | 11:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 11:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3672 | 11:30 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h49 | 12:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3672 | 11:34 PM Brussels-Central | 0h45 | 12:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3672 | 11:40 PM Brussels-North | 0h39 | 12:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
522 | 12:20 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 12:48 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
522 | 12:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 12:48 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3673 | 12:30 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h49 | 1:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
522 | 12:31 AM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 12:48 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3673 | 12:34 AM Brussels-Central | 0h45 | 1:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3673 | 12:40 AM Brussels-North | 0h39 | 1:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3674 | 1:30 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h49 | 2:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3674 | 1:34 AM Brussels-Central | 0h45 | 2:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3674 | 1:40 AM Brussels-North | 0h39 | 2:19 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
504 | 5:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h29 | 6:25 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3755 | 6:00 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h49 | 6:49 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
504 | 6:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h24 | 6:25 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3755 | 6:04 AM Brussels-Central | 0h45 | 6:49 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
504 | 6:07 AM Brussels-North | 0h18 | 6:25 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3755 | 6:10 AM Brussels-North | 0h39 | 6:49 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1505 | 6:36 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 7:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1505 | 6:41 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 7:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1505 | 6:48 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 7:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
505 | 6:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 7:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
505 | 7:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 7:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
505 | 7:07 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 7:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3604 | 7:11 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 7:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2805 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 7:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3604 | 7:16 AM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 7:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2805 | 7:18 AM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 7:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3604 | 7:22 AM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 7:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2805 | 7:25 AM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 7:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1506 | 7:36 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 8:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1506 | 7:41 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 8:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1506 | 7:48 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 8:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
506 | 7:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 8:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
506 | 8:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 8:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
506 | 8:07 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 8:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3605 | 8:11 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 8:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2806 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 8:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3605 | 8:16 AM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 8:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2806 | 8:18 AM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 8:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3605 | 8:22 AM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 8:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2806 | 8:25 AM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 8:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1507 | 8:36 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 9:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1507 | 8:41 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 9:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1507 | 8:48 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 9:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 | 8:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 9:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 | 9:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 9:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 | 9:07 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 9:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18022 | 9:07 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 9:35 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3606 | 9:11 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 9:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18022 | 9:12 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 9:35 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2807 | 9:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 9:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3606 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 9:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2807 | 9:18 AM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 9:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18022 | 9:18 AM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 9:35 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3606 | 9:22 AM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 9:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2807 | 9:25 AM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 9:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1508 | 9:36 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 10:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1508 | 9:41 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 10:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1508 | 9:48 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 10:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 | 9:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 10:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 | 10:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 10:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 | 10:07 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 10:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18024 | 10:07 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 10:35 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3607 | 10:11 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 10:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18024 | 10:12 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 10:35 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2808 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 10:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3607 | 10:16 AM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 10:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2808 | 10:18 AM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 10:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18024 | 10:18 AM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 10:35 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3607 | 10:22 AM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 10:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2808 | 10:25 AM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 10:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1509 | 10:36 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 11:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1509 | 10:41 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 11:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1509 | 10:48 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 11:04 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
509 | 10:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 11:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
509 | 11:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 11:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
509 | 11:07 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 11:23 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3608 | 11:11 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 11:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2809 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 11:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3608 | 11:16 AM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 11:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2809 | 11:18 AM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 11:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3608 | 11:22 AM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 11:41 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2809 | 11:25 AM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 11:51 AM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1510 | 11:36 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 12:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1510 | 11:41 AM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 12:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1510 | 11:48 AM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 12:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
510 | 11:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 12:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
510 | 12:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 12:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
510 | 12:07 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 12:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18211 | 12:07 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 12:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3609 | 12:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 12:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18211 | 12:12 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 12:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2810 | 12:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 12:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3609 | 12:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 12:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2810 | 12:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 12:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18211 | 12:18 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 12:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3609 | 12:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 12:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2810 | 12:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 12:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1511 | 12:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 1:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1511 | 12:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 1:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1511 | 12:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 1:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
511 | 12:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 1:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
511 | 1:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 1:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18212 | 1:07 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 1:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
511 | 1:07 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 1:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3610 | 1:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 1:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18212 | 1:12 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 1:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2811 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 1:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3610 | 1:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 1:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18212 | 1:18 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 1:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2811 | 1:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 1:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3610 | 1:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 1:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2811 | 1:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 1:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1512 | 1:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 2:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1512 | 1:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 2:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1512 | 1:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 2:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
512 | 1:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 2:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
512 | 2:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 2:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
512 | 2:07 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 2:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18213 | 2:07 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 2:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3611 | 2:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 2:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18213 | 2:12 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 2:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2812 | 2:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 2:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3611 | 2:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 2:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18213 | 2:18 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 2:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2812 | 2:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 2:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3611 | 2:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 2:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2812 | 2:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 2:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1513 | 2:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 3:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1513 | 2:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 3:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1513 | 2:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 3:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
513 | 2:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 3:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
513 | 3:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 3:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18214 | 3:07 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 3:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
513 | 3:07 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 3:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3612 | 3:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 3:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18214 | 3:12 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 3:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2813 | 3:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 3:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3612 | 3:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 3:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18214 | 3:18 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 3:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2813 | 3:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 3:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3612 | 3:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 3:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2813 | 3:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 3:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1514 | 3:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 4:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1514 | 3:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 4:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1514 | 3:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 4:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
514 | 3:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 4:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
514 | 4:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 4:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
514 | 4:07 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 4:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3613 | 4:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 4:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2814 | 4:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 4:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3613 | 4:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 4:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2814 | 4:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 4:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3613 | 4:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 4:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2814 | 4:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 4:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1515 | 4:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 5:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1515 | 4:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 5:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1515 | 4:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 5:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
515 | 4:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 5:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
515 | 5:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h22 | 5:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18216 | 5:07 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 5:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
515 | 5:07 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 5:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3614 | 5:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h30 | 5:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18216 | 5:12 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 5:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2815 | 5:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h38 | 5:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3614 | 5:16 PM Brussels-Central | 0h25 | 5:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18216 | 5:18 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 5:35 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2815 | 5:18 PM Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 5:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3614 | 5:22 PM Brussels-North | 0h19 | 5:41 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2815 | 5:25 PM Brussels-North | 0h26 | 5:51 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18210 | 5:30 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h32 | 6:02 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18210 | 5:35 PM Brussels-Central | 0h27 | 6:02 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1516 | 5:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h28 | 6:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1516 | 5:41 PM Brussels-Central | 0h23 | 6:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18210 | 5:45 PM Brussels-North | 0h17 | 6:02 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1516 | 5:48 PM Brussels-North | 0h16 | 6:04 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
516 | 5:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h27 | 6:23 PM Leuven station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brussels to Leuven run on average 40 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€4) by bus.
There are 40 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€4) |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 40 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Leuven — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leuven trip today.
University museum with science, culture, and philosophy exhibitions in a striking historic complex. Ideal for understanding Leuven's academic identity.
Museum and former home of Father Damien, presenting his life and global legacy. A meaningful visit in a historic city-center setting.
Museum in Park Abbey exploring religion, art, and heritage through the abbey's story. It adds depth to a visit to the wider site.
Leuven's central square framed by the town hall and Saint Peter's Church. It is the city's essential starting point for architecture and atmosphere.
Long square and social hub lined with student life and major events. It captures Leuven's energetic university-city character.
Belgium's oldest botanical garden, popular for quiet walks and seasonal plants. A local favorite near the historic core.
Crisp pork cubes braised or roasted, a Leuven pub classic often served with salad, fries, and a sharp mustard or beer-based sauce.
A strong amber-brown abbey beer brewed in Leuven since the 1970s, known for soft fruit notes and a full malty finish.
A pale Belgian lager historically tied to Leuven brewing. It is the city’s most famous everyday beer and a key part of local café culture.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative seasonal tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting.
Long-standing traditional restaurant famous for grilled meats, Belgian dishes, and an old-school local dining room.
Classic Leuven brasserie on the Oude Markt serving Belgian staples, beer, and a lively historic square atmosphere.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are not cheap, but student spots, bakeries, and short local transit keep typical visitor costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually get small change, not a set tip.
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Leuven Station -> Grote Markt, Leuven
The train connection between Brussels and Leuven is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to explore these vibrant cities. The journey typically takes around 25 minutes, with frequent services provided by Intercity, BSB, and Regional trains. Whether you're heading to Leuven's historic university or enjoying the bustling atmosphere of Brussels, you can rely on these providers for a comfortable ride.
The train connection between Brussels and Leuven takes approximately 15 minutes, with direct trains available throughout the day. There are around 50 connections per day, making it a convenient option for travelers. Passengers can depart from various stations in Brussels including Bruxelles-Central, Brussels-Schuman, and Brussels-Luxembourg before arriving at Leuven station.
The first daily train from Brussels to Leuven departs at 06:15, providing an early start for travelers. The last journey of the day leaves at 21:30, allowing visitors ample time to explore and return comfortably in the evening.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Brussels and Leuven is €9. The average ticket price typically hovers around €9 as well, making it an affordable option for travelers looking to explore these two vibrant Belgian cities.
Welcome to the University Library and Bell Tower, a stunning example of Gothic architecture that dates back to the 16th century. This landmark not only serves as a repository for centuries of knowledge but also symbolizes the city's rich academic heritage, attracting scholars from around the globe. One unique feature is its impressive bell tower, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city when you climb its winding staircase.
Next on our journey is Old Market Square (Oude Markt), known as one of Europe’s liveliest squares filled with vibrant cafes and bustling markets. Historically significant as a central hub for trade since medieval times, it continues to be a focal point for social gatherings and cultural events in Leuven today. What sets this square apart are its charming cobblestone streets lined with colorful buildings that create an inviting atmosphere perfect for relaxation or exploration.
Finally, we arrive at St. Peter's Church (Sint-Pieterskerk), an architectural masterpiece completed in the 15th century that showcases exquisite examples of Brabantine Gothic style. The church holds great significance not just as a place of worship but also due to its remarkable art collection including works by renowned Flemish painters like Dirk Bouts. A standout feature here is its intricately carved altarpiece and stunning stained glass windows that tell stories dating back hundreds of years—truly captivating!
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Leuven by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leuven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Leuven trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Leuven station pair, with some services arriving at Heverlee. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Leuven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
Leuven is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Leuven has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Klimop, Domus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leuven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leuven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leuven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leuven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leuven: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Royale, Park Inn by Radisson Leuven, Hotel Mille Colonnes.
Heverlee is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Heverlee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Heverlee.
ATMs are available at Heverlee.
Available at Heverlee: Parking, WC.
Available at Heverlee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heverlee.
Wijgmaal is 5 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Wijgmaal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wijgmaal.
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