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

The cheapest way to get from Hasselt to Leuven is to bus which costs €4 - €6 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hasselt to Leuven is to drive which takes 39 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Hasselt and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hasselt Station station and arriving at Leuven Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Hasselt and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hasselt and arriving at Louvain. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Hasselt to Leuven?

The distance between Hasselt and Leuven is 55 km. The road distance is 57.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hasselt to Leuven without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs €4 - €6.

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

The bus from Hasselt Station to Leuven Station takes 45 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Hasselt to Leuven bus from?

Hasselt to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hasselt Station.

Where do I catch the Hasselt to Leuven train from?

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

Train or bus from Hasselt to Leuven?

The best way to get from Hasselt to Leuven is to bus which takes 45 min and costs €4 - €6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Hasselt to Leuven bus arrive?

Hasselt to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leuven Station.

Where does the Hasselt to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hasselt to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Hasselt to Leuven is 58 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Hasselt to Leuven.

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

Book your Hasselt to Leuven train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Hasselt to Leuven bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Hasselt to Leuven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 40 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Hasselt to Leuven by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hasselt Station to Leuven StationN84 / ...
45 min
€4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Hasselt to LouvainL / ...
50 min
€11
Drive 57.7 km
1. Drive from Hasselt to Leuven57.7 km
39 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hasselt to Leuven57.7 km
39 min
€140–180
Bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Hasselt Station perron 14 to Diest Station perron 356
2. Take the bus from Diest Station perron 4 to Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B40
1h 56m
€6

Hasselt to Leuven by bus

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Distance: 54.8 km
Duration: 45 min

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Hasselt Station to Leuven Station twice daily. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Hasselt to Louvain every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €11 and the journey takes 50 min.

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