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

The cheapest way to get from Zwolle to Leuven is to train which costs €30 - €70 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zwolle to Leuven is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Zwolle and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Zwolle to Leuven. However, there are services departing from [Zwolle] Zuidzijde, Hanzelaan and arriving at Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron A via Utrecht Central Station and Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Zwolle and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Zwolle to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Zwolle and arriving at Louvain via Schiphol Airport and Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Zwolle to Leuven?

The distance between Zwolle and Leuven is 300 km. The road distance is 247.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Zwolle to Leuven without a car is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which takes 3h 30m and costs €45 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Zwolle to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zwolle to Leuven bus from?

Zwolle to Leuven bus services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from [Zwolle] Zuidzijde, Hanzelaan station.

Where do I catch the Zwolle to Leuven train from?

Zwolle to Leuven train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zwolle station.

Train or bus from Zwolle to Leuven?

The best way to get from Zwolle to Leuven is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which takes 3h 30m and costs €45 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 91 bus, which costs and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Zwolle to Leuven bus arrive?

Zwolle to Leuven bus services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at [Amersfoort Centraal] Bushalte bij taxistandplaats station.

Where does the Zwolle to Leuven train arrive?

Zwolle to Leuven train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Schiphol Airport Train Station.

Can I drive from Zwolle to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Zwolle to Leuven is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Zwolle to Leuven.

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

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Zwolle to Leuven - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 91 bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Zwolle to Leuven by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
best
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Anvers-Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
3h 30m
€45–122
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Bredatrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Breda to Malinestrain Ec / ...
4h 14m
€32–68
Bus, line 91 bus
1. Take the bus from [Zwolle] Zuidzijde, Hanzelaan to [Amersfoort Centraal] Bushalte bij taxistandplaatsbus
2. Take the bus from Utrecht Central Station to Brussels Zaventem Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B to Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron Abus 91
6h 10m
Drive 247.2 km
1. Drive from Zwolle to Leuvencar 247.2 km
3h 7m
€46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane AMS - BRU
3h 26m
€135–352
Train, bus, line 91 bus
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Bredatrain
2. Take the bus from Breda Bus Station Stationslaan to Brussels Zaventem Airport Parking P16bus
3. Take the bus from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B to Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron Abus 91
6h 32m
€41–77

Zwolle to Leuven by train

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Distance: 300.1 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Zwolle to Louvain via Schiphol Airport and Anvers-Central in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from [Zwolle] Zuidzijde, Hanzelaan to Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron A via [Amersfoort Centraal] Bushalte bij taxistandplaats, Amersfoort Centraal, Utrecht Centraal, Utrecht Central Station, Brussels Zaventem Airport, and Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B in around 6h 10m.

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