The average train between Brussels and KU Leuven takes 22 min and the fastest train takes 15 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Brussels to KU Leuven. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 15 minutes between Brussels and KU Leuven. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Brussels is at 11:40 PM which arrives into KU Leuven at 12:19 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 22 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels station and arriving at KU Leuven station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 22 min.
Brussels to KU Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Central station.
Brussels to KU Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Brussels to KU Leuven train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Brussels and KU Leuven is 24.9 km. The road distance is 31 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Bruxelles-Central to Louvain every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €5–11 and the journey takes 45 min.