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

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Leuven is to bus and line 91 bus which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Antwerp to Leuven is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Antwerp and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Antwerp to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Antwerp Franklin Rooseveltplaats and arriving at Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron A via Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Antwerp and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Anvers-Central and arriving at Louvain. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Antwerp to Leuven?

The distance between Antwerp and Leuven is 58 km. The road distance is 50.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Antwerp to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €28.

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

The train from Anvers-Central to Louvain takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Leuven bus from?

Antwerp to Leuven bus services, operated by Flibco, depart from Antwerp Franklin Rooseveltplaats station.

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Leuven train from?

Antwerp to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Anvers-Central station.

Train or bus from Antwerp to Leuven?

The best way to get from Antwerp to Leuven is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 91 bus, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Antwerp to Leuven bus arrive?

Antwerp to Leuven bus services, operated by Flibco, arrive at Brussels Zaventem Airport Parking P16 station.

Where does the Antwerp to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Antwerp to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Antwerp to Leuven is 50 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Antwerp to Leuven.

Where can I stay near Leuven?

There are 1358+ hotels available in Leuven.

Antwerp to Leuven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 91 bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to LouvainIc / ...
45 min
€7–28
Bus, line 91 bus
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Franklin Rooseveltplaats to Brussels Zaventem Airport Parking P16flibco
2. Take the bus from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B to Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron A91
2h 7m
€8–13
Drive 50.2 km
1. Drive from Antwerp to Leuven50.2 km
49 min
€8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Antwerp to Leuven50.2 km
49 min
€130–160

Antwerp to Leuven by train

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Distance: 57.9 km
Duration: 45 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Anvers-Central to Louvain every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 45 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Antwerp Franklin Rooseveltplaats to Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron A via Brussels Zaventem Airport Parking P16 and Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B in around 2h 7m.

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