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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Poperinge is to bus and line 86 bus which costs €15 - €28 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Poperinge is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Poperinge?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Poperinge. However, there are services departing from Leuven and arriving at Curie via Gare Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Poperinge?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Poperinge. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Poperinge via Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Leuven to Poperinge?

The distance between Leuven and Poperinge is 169 km. The road distance is 163.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Poperinge without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €28 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Leuven to Poperinge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Poperinge bus from?

Leuven to Poperinge bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Leuven station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Poperinge train from?

Leuven to Poperinge train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Poperinge?

The best way to get from Leuven to Poperinge is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €28 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 86 bus, which costs €15 - €28 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Leuven to Poperinge bus arrive?

Leuven to Poperinge bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Leuven to Poperinge train arrive?

Leuven to Poperinge train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Poperinge?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Poperinge is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Leuven to Poperinge.

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

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Where can I stay near Poperinge?

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Leuven to Poperinge - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 86 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Leuven to Poperinge by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Poperingetrain Ic / ...
2h 40m
€29–55
Bus, line 86 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Gare Lille Europe to Curiebus 86
5h 2m
€15–27
Drive 163.2 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Poperingecar 163.2 km
1h 42m
€27–38

Leuven to Poperinge by train

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Distance: 169.3 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Poperinge, Belgium?

You can take a train from Louvain to Poperinge via Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven to Poperinge via Lille - Europe Train Station, Gare Lille Europe, Curie, and Wervik in around 5h 2m.

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