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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Rotterdam is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via Brussels Zaventem Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Leuven to Rotterdam?

The distance between Leuven and Rotterdam is 169 km. The road distance is 144.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €45 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Leuven to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Rotterdam bus from?

Leuven to Rotterdam bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Leuven to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Leuven to Rotterdam is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €45 - €95. Alternatively, you can line 91 bus and bus, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Leuven to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Leuven to Rotterdam bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B station.

Where does the Leuven to Rotterdam train arrive?

Leuven to Rotterdam train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Rotterdam is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Leuven to Rotterdam.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leuven to Rotterdam?

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 838+ hotels available in Rotterdam.

Can I share a ride from Leuven to Rotterdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leuven and Rotterdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leuven to Rotterdam - 7 ways to travel via train, line 91 bus, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Leuven to Rotterdam by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, plane, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
2h 1m
€46–92
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leuven to Rotterdamrideshare 146.3 km
2h 9m
€10
Line 91 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B to Zaventem Brussels Airport perron Bbus 91
2. Take the bus from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N803 / ...
3h 52m
€13–20
Fly, train
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BRU - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
2h 54m
€133–360
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Louvain to Anvers-Berchemtrain L / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Ec / ...
2h 33m
€21–53
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leuven Lüdenscheid to Mechelen Station perron 14bus 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Mechelen to Rotterdam Centraaltrain EuroCity
2h 50m
€17–38
Drive 144.7 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Rotterdamcar 144.7 km
1h 45m
€26–38

Leuven to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 169.1 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Louvain to Rotterdam Centraal via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B to Rotterdam Central Station via Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B and Brussels Zaventem Airport in around 3h 52m.

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