How to travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven

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Compare train and bus for Schaerbeek to Leuven

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schaerbeek to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $8.

Distance: 14 miles (23 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven

Compare the available ways to get from Schaerbeek to Leuven, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven is a bus with an average price of $7 (€6).

This is compared to other travel options from Schaerbeek to Leuven:

A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schaerbeek to Leuven costing on average $8 (€7).

The fastest way to travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Leuven take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Schaerbeek and Leuven including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Schaerbeek to Leuven among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (30m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $6 (€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.

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.

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from Schaerbeek to Leuven

How to get from Schaerbeek to Leuven by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:00 PM1h00
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    8:00 PMLeuven, Diestsepoort
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:00 PM1h00
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    8:00 PMLeuven, Diestsepoort
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:00 PM1h00
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    8:00 PMLeuven, Diestsepoort
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven

Travel to Leuven easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Schaerbeek to Leuven.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Schaerbeek and Leuven including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven is a bus with an average price of $7 (€6).

This is compared to other travel options from Schaerbeek to Leuven:

A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schaerbeek to Leuven costing on average $8 (€7).

The fastest way to travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Leuven take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 32m.

The distance from Schaerbeek to Leuven is approximately 14 miles (23 km).
The average frequency per day from Schaerbeek to Leuven is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Schaerbeek and Leuven as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Schaerbeek to Leuven:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-North and arrive in Leuven station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) and arrive in Leuven, Diestsepoort.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Schaerbeek to Leuven, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regional, Intercity to go to Leuven by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leuven by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Schaerbeek to Leuven with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Intercity.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Schaerbeek to Leuven often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leuven and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leuven to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leuven, you can visit the University Library and Bell Tower to explore its historic significance and enjoy panoramic city views. The Old Market Square offers vibrant nightlife with numerous cafes and is famously known as the longest bar in the world. Art enthusiasts can discover the M-Museum Leuven, which features both contemporary and historical art exhibitions. For a peaceful retreat, stroll through the Botanical Garden Kruidtuin, the oldest botanical garden in Belgium. Lastly, admire the stunning Gothic architecture of the Town Hall, adorned with intricate sculptures.
Two to three days in Leuven is ideal to explore its historic university, visit the M-Museum, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at the Oude Markt, and wander through the picturesque streets and parks.

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