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Compare train and bus for Leuven to Diegem
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Diegem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leuven to Diegem:
A train is €0.49 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Leuven to Diegem costing on average €5.
Other travel options to Diegem take longer:
Train takes on average 27m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (27m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around €5 compared to roughly €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 Regional, 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.
Live departures
Leuven to Diegem train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuven to Diegem trains for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6462 · 3685 | 1:32 PM Heverlee | 0h35 | 2:07 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
5712+ 3285 | 1:36 PM Heverlee | 0h36 | 2:12 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
6463 · 3686 | 2:32 PM Heverlee | 0h35 | 3:07 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
5713+ 3286 | 2:36 PM Heverlee | 0h36 | 3:12 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
6464 · 3687 | 3:32 PM Heverlee | 0h35 | 4:07 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
5714+ 3287 | 3:36 PM Heverlee | 0h36 | 4:12 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
6465 · 3688 | 4:32 PM Heverlee | 0h35 | 5:07 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
5715+ 3288 | 4:36 PM Heverlee | 0h36 | 5:12 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
6466 · 3689 | 5:32 PM Heverlee | 0h35 | 6:07 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
5716+ 3289 | 5:36 PM Heverlee | 0h36 | 6:12 PM Diegem station | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Leuven to Diegem trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Regional?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Regional, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Leuven to Diegem.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuven to Diegem
Trains from Leuven to Diegem run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Regional, SNCB from Leuven to Diegem trainsRegional, SNCB trains will get you between Leuven and Diegem from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leuven to Diegem
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven to Diegem 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 Diegem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leuven to Diegem
Most Leuven to Diegem trains use the Leuven to Diegem station pair, with some services arriving at Bordet. Use this guide to compare Leuven and Diegem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leuven station do trains to Diegem leave from?
Getting to Leuven from Leuven city centre
Leuven is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Leuven train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: De Klimop, Domus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leuven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leuven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leuven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leuven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leuven: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Royale, Park Inn by Radisson Leuven, Hotel Mille Colonnes.
Getting to Heverlee from Leuven city centre
Heverlee is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Heverlee train station facilities and services
Heverlee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heverlee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Heverlee.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heverlee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heverlee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heverlee.
Which Diegem station do trains from Leuven arrive at?
Getting to Diegem from Diegem city centre
Diegem is 1 km from Diegem city centre. Public transport options include:
Diegem train station facilities and services
Diegem has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Diegem.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Diegem: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Diegem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Diegem: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Brussels Airport, Holiday Inn Brussels Airport, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Airport.
Getting to Bordet from Diegem city centre
Bordet is 2 km from Diegem city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordet train station facilities and services
Bordet has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bordet.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bordet.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordet: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordet: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordet.
Getting to Evere from Diegem city centre
Evere is 4 km from Diegem city centre. Public transport options include:
Evere train station facilities and services
Evere has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Evere.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Evere.
Bike and car services
Available at Evere: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Evere.
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