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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Leuven Station is to line 20 bus which costs €3 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Leuven Station is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs €65 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Leuven Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein and arriving at Leuven Station perron 1 station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Leuven Station?

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 Station?

The distance between Mechelen and Leuven Station is 24 km. The road distance is 25 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Leuven Station without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs €3 - €8.

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

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

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Leuven Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Leuven Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Leuven Station?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Leuven Station is to train which takes 30 min and costs €3 - €8. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus, which costs €3 and takes 47 min.

Where does the Mechelen to Leuven Station bus arrive?

Mechelen to Leuven Station bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Leuven Station perron 1.

Where does the Mechelen to Leuven Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Leuven Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Leuven Station is 25 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Mechelen to Leuven Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Leuven Station?

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Mechelen to Leuven Station - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Malines to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
30 min
€3–8
Line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Leuven Station perron 1bus 20 / ...
47 min
€3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mechelen to Leuven Stationtaxi 25 km
27 min
€65–80
Drive 25 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Leuven Stationcar 25 km
27 min
€4–6

Mechelen to Leuven Station by train and foot

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Distance: 23.8 km
Duration: 30 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Malines to Louvain every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3–8 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, De Lijn operates a bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Leuven Station perron 1 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 44 min.

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