The average train between Louvain and Brussels takes 29 min and the fastest train takes 17 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Louvain to Brussels. 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 Louvain and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 4:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Louvain is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Brussels at 12:22 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 29 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Louvain station and arriving at Brussels station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 29 min.
Louvain to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.
Louvain to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Central station.
Book your Louvain to Brussels train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Louvain and Brussels is 26 km. The road distance is 30 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Louvain to Bruxelles-Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €5–11 and the journey takes 22 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice daily.