What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to KU Leuven?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to KU Leuven is to bus via Brussels Zaventem Airport which costs €50 - €90 and takes 10h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to KU Leuven?

The fastest way to get from Basel to KU Leuven is to train and fly which takes 5h 27m and costs €120 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and KU Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to KU Leuven. However, there are services departing from Basel, Brausebad and arriving at Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron A via Basel Euroairport FR and Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and KU Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to KU Leuven. However, there are services departing from St Louis and arriving at Louvain via Strasbourg Bahnhof, Paris Nord and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Basel to KU Leuven?

The distance between Basel and KU Leuven is 915 km. The road distance is 522.9 km.

How do I travel from Basel to KU Leuven without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to KU Leuven without a car is to train via Paris which takes 6h 49m and costs €140 - €390.

How long does it take to get from Basel to KU Leuven?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Basel to KU Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to KU Leuven bus from?

Basel to KU Leuven bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Where do I catch the Basel to KU Leuven train from?

Basel to KU Leuven train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Louis station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to KU Leuven?

The best way to get from Basel to KU Leuven is to train via Paris which takes 6h 49m and costs €140 - €390. Alternatively, you can bus via Brussels Zaventem Airport, which costs €50 - €90 and takes 10h 34m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €280 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Basel to KU Leuven bus arrive?

Basel to KU Leuven bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, arrive at Brussels-North Station.

Where does the Basel to KU Leuven train arrive?

Basel to KU Leuven train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Strasbourg station.

Can I drive from Basel to KU Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to KU Leuven is 523 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Basel to KU Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to KU Leuven?

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Basel to KU Leuven - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Basel to KU Leuven by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, train (TGV), or train

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Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Paris l'Esttrain 83 / ...
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
6h 49m
€148–389
Bus via Brussels Zaventem Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Brussels Zaventem Airportbus FlixBus N837
10h 34m
€51–87
Drive 522.9 km
1. Drive from Basel to KU Leuvencar 522.9 km
5h 28m
€92–132
Fly Basel to Brussels Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane BSL - BRU
5h 58m
€101–279
Train
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Luxembourgtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Luxembourg to Ottigniestrain Ic
9h 35m
€109–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brussels-North Stationbus
10h 44m
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane ZRH - BRU
5h 27m
€123–345
Fly Basel to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BSL - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Anvers-Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Louvaintrain
6h 42m
€162–404
Train, train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Genève-Aéroporttrain
3. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane GVA - BRU
7h 25m
€143–467

Basel to KU Leuven by train and foot

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6h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 914.6 km
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and KU Leuven, Belgium?

You can take a train from St Louis to KU Leuven via Strasbourg, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Paris Gare De L'Est, Paris Nord, Bruxelles-Midi, and Louvain in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Brussels Zaventem Airport twice daily. Tickets cost €45–80 and the journey takes 7h 55m.

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