What is the cheapest way to get from Bologna to Leuven?

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Leuven is to train and fly which costs €60 - €270 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bologna to Leuven?

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Leuven is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs €70 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Bologna to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Piazza Malpighi and arriving at Bruxelles - Rue du Progrès via Casalecchio Casa Conoscenza and Bologna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Bologna and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Bologna centrale and arriving at Louvain via Milano Centrale, Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

How far is it from Bologna to Leuven?

The distance between Bologna and Leuven is 896 km. The road distance is 1076.7 km.

How do I travel from Bologna to Leuven without a car?

The best way to get from Bologna to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 12h 24m and costs €390 - €700.

How long does it take to get from Bologna to Leuven?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Bologna to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Leuven bus from?

Bologna to Leuven bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Bologna station.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Leuven train from?

Bologna to Leuven train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Bologna centrale station.

Train, bus or fly from Bologna to Leuven?

The best way to get from Bologna to Leuven is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs €70 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €390 - €700 and takes 12h 24m, you could also bus via Bologna, which costs €150 - €230 and takes 19h 43m.

Where does the Bologna to Leuven bus arrive?

Bologna to Leuven bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at Bruxelles - Rue du Progrès station.

Where does the Bologna to Leuven train arrive?

Bologna to Leuven train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Leuven is 1077 km. It takes approximately 11h 15m to drive from Bologna to Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Bologna to Leuven?

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

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There are 9 ways to get from Bologna to Leuven by plane, train (Trenitalia, Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Brussels Airport
best
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane BLQ - BRU
4h 24m
€72–244
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)plane BLQ - CRL
2. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Louvaintrain
5h 54m
€61–234
Train
1. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Fr
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
12h 24m
€390–658
Bus via Bologna
1. Take the bus from Bologna to Bruxelles - Rue du Progrèsbus
19h 43m
€157–227
Drive 1,076.7 km
1. Drive from Bologna to Leuvencar 1,076.7 km
11h 15m
€175–252
Train to Florence Peretola Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train
2. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane FLR - BRU
5h 23m
€80–251
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane VCE - BRU
6h 6m
€80–265
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane LIN - BRU
6h 6m
€64–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bologna to Brussels-North Stationbus
19h 50m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Brussels Airport (BRU) flights

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Distance: 896.5 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Bologna, Italy and Leuven, Belgium?

Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, and two other airlines fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Brussels Airport (BRU) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bologna centrale to Louvain via Milano Centrale, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 12h 24m.

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