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

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Leuven is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caen to Leuven is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs €95 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Caen and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Caen to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Leuven Wijnpers via Brussel Noord opstaphalte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Louvain via Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Paris Nord and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Caen to Leuven?

The distance between Caen and Leuven is 581 km. The road distance is 482.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Caen to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs €95 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Caen to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Leuven bus from?

Caen to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Caen station.

Where do I catch the Caen to Leuven train from?

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

Train or bus from Caen to Leuven?

The best way to get from Caen to Leuven is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs €95 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Caen to Leuven bus arrive?

Caen to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Caen to Leuven train arrive?

Caen to Leuven train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris St Lazare station.

Can I drive from Caen to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Leuven is 483 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Caen to Leuven.

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

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Where can I stay near Leuven?

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There are 5 ways to get from Caen to Leuven by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris St Lazaretrain 3312 / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
4h 25m
€97–274
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Caen to Brussels-North train stationbus 712
8h 46m
€43–68
Drive 482.9 km
1. Drive from Caen to Leuvencar 482.9 km
4h 50m
€75–108
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris St Lazaretrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane CDG - BRU
6h 5m
€167–386
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Caen to Rouen Rive Droitetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Rouen - Avenue Champlain Bus Stop to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 16m
€65–135

Caen to Leuven by train

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Distance: 580.7 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Caen, France and Leuven, Belgium?

You can take a train from Caen to Louvain via Paris St Lazare, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Gare Magenta, Paris Nord, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Caen to Brussels-North train station once daily. Tickets cost €40–65 and the journey takes 7h 25m.

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