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Train World
Pioneering museum inside Schaerbeek station showcasing Belgium's railway history with immersive trains and design displays.
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven to Schaerbeek is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuven to Schaerbeek will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
It's difficult to get from Leuven to Schaerbeek without transferring at least once.
5707 · 1530
5708 · 1531
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6457 · 3680
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5707 · 1530Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Schaerbeek among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€7 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Leuven to Schaerbeek:
A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuven to Schaerbeek costing on average €7.
Other travel options to Schaerbeek take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (26m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around €7 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, Intercity, 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 Leuven to Schaerbeek trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3055 · 3777 | 6:03 AM Heverlee | 0h42 | 6:45 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
3055+ 3627 | 6:03 AM Heverlee | 0h35 | 6:38 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
6455 · 3678 | 6:32 AM Heverlee | 0h43 | 7:15 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
5705+ 3778 | 6:36 AM Heverlee | 1h09 | 7:45 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
5705 · 1528 · 7006 | 6:36 AM Heverlee | 0h47 | 7:23 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2 transfers | |
5705 · 1528 | 6:36 AM Heverlee | 0h37 | 7:13 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
3056+ 3628 | 7:03 AM Heverlee | 0h33 | 7:36 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
3056+ 3628 · 7513 | 7:03 AM Heverlee | 0h43 | 7:46 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2 transfers | |
6456 · 3679 | 7:32 AM Heverlee | 0h43 | 8:15 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
5706 · 1529 · 7012 | 7:36 AM Heverlee | 0h47 | 8:23 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2 transfers | |
5706 · 1529 | 7:36 AM Heverlee | 0h37 | 8:13 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
5706+ 3779 | 7:36 AM Heverlee | 1h09 | 8:45 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
3057+ 3629 | 8:03 AM Heverlee | 0h33 | 8:36 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
3057+ 3629 · 7515 | 8:03 AM Heverlee | 0h44 | 8:47 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2 transfers | |
6457 · 3680 | 8:32 AM Heverlee | 0h43 | 9:15 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
5707 · 1530 | 8:36 AM Heverlee | 0h37 | 9:13 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
5707+ 3780 | 8:36 AM Heverlee | 1h09 | 9:45 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
5707 · 4130+ 1780 | 8:36 AM Heverlee | 1h04 | 9:40 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2 transfers | |
3058+ 3630 | 9:03 AM Heverlee | 0h35 | 9:38 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
3058+ 3630+ 1958 | 9:03 AM Heverlee | 0h49 | 9:52 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2 transfers | |
6458 · 3681 | 9:32 AM Heverlee | 0h43 | 10:15 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
5708 · 1531 | 9:36 AM Heverlee | 0h37 | 10:13 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
5708+ 3781 | 9:36 AM Heverlee | 1h09 | 10:45 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 1 transfer | |
5708 · 4131+ 1781 | 9:36 AM Heverlee | 1h04 | 10:40 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Leuven to Schaerbeek run on average 22 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Schaerbeek — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schaerbeek trip today.
Pioneering museum inside Schaerbeek station showcasing Belgium's railway history with immersive trains and design displays.
Victor Horta's first town house, presenting early Art Nouveau architecture and exhibitions on Brussels design history.
Local museum preserving Schaerbeek's history, folklore, and daily life through archives, objects, and changing exhibitions.
Elegant avenue famed for exceptional Art Nouveau and Belle Époque houses, a favorite route for architecture lovers.
Popular park with ponds, lawns, and play areas, excellent for a relaxed walk among locals and families.
Leafy square and surrounding district known for elegant facades, local calm, and easy architectural walks.
Crisp Brussels waffles, often lighter than Liège style, are a classic local sweet from the Brussels region, served plain or with sugar, cream, or fruit.
Moules-frites is a Belgian staple of steamed mussels with fries, commonly served in Brussels brasseries and loved for its simple, hearty local character.
Stoemp is a traditional Brussels mash of potatoes with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage. It is prized as comforting everyday home cooking.
Refined Belgian restaurant in Schaerbeek known for seasonal cooking, polished service, and an intimate neighborhood atmosphere.
Popular local spot for quality Belgian fries, classic sauces, and quick casual meals loved by residents in Schaerbeek.
Well-known brasserie near Josaphat Park serving Belgian classics, seafood, and good beers in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but transit is good value and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Brussels-North -> Place Eugène Verboekhoven, Schaerbeek
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven to Schaerbeek 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 Schaerbeek, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leuven to Schaerbeek trains use the Leuven to Brussels-Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Station Brussel-Schaarbeek. Use this guide to compare Leuven and Schaerbeek train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Station Brussel-Schaarbeek is 1 km from Schaerbeek city centre. Public transport options include:
Station Brussel-Schaarbeek has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Station Brussel-Schaarbeek.
Meiser is 1 km from Schaerbeek city centre. Public transport options include:
Meiser has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Meiser.
ATMs are available at Meiser.
Available at Meiser: Taxis.
Available at Meiser: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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