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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Leuven is to bus which costs €3 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Leuven is to train which takes 26 min and costs €4 - €7.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein and arriving at Leuven Kareelveld. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Malines and arriving at Louvain. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Mechelen to Leuven?

The distance between Mechelen and Leuven is 23 km. The road distance is 25.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs €4 - €7.

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

The train from Malines to Louvain takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Leuven bus from?

Mechelen to Leuven bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Leuven train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Leuven?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Leuven is to train which takes 26 min and costs €4 - €7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Mechelen to Leuven bus arrive?

Mechelen to Leuven bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Leuven Kareelveld station.

Where does the Mechelen to Leuven train arrive?

Mechelen to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Leuven is 25 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Mechelen to Leuven.

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

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Mechelen to Leuven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mechelen to Leuven by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Malines to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
26 min
€4–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Leuven Kareelveldbus 20 / ...
39 min
€3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mechelen to Leuventaxi 25.1 km
28 min
€55–70
Drive 25.1 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Leuvencar 25.1 km
28 min
€4–6

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Distance: 23.4 km
Duration: 26 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Malines to Louvain every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, De Lijn operates a bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Leuven Kareelveld every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 39 min. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route 5 times a day.

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