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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven Station to Amsterdam is to bus which costs €12 - €27 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven Station to Amsterdam is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven Station and Amsterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven Station station to Amsterdam. However, there are services departing from Leuven Station perron 12 and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk via Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven Station and Amsterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven Station to Amsterdam. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Leuven Station to Amsterdam?

The distance between Leuven Station and Amsterdam is 217 km. The road distance is 200.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven Station to Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €28 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Leuven Station to Amsterdam, including transfers.

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

Leuven Station to Amsterdam bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Leuven Station perron 12.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Leuven Station to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Leuven Station to Amsterdam is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €28 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €27 and takes 4h 39m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €300 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Leuven Station to Amsterdam bus arrive?

Leuven Station to Amsterdam bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Noord afstaphalte station.

Where does the Leuven Station to Amsterdam train arrive?

Leuven Station to Amsterdam train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Leuven Station to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven Station to Amsterdam is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Leuven Station to Amsterdam.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leuven Station to Amsterdam?

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Leuven Station to Amsterdam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Leuven Station to Amsterdam by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Amsterdam CentraalThalys
2h 55m
€28–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station perron 12 to Brussel Noord afstaphalteR90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk810 / ...
4h 39m
€12–27
Drive 200.9 km
1. Drive from Leuven Station to Amsterdam200.9 km
2h 31m
€36–51
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)BRU - AMS
2h 39m
€93–299
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Louvain to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Amsterdam CentraalEurostar
3h 11m
€28–99

Leuven Station to Amsterdam by foot and train

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Distance: 217.1 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Leuven Station, Belgium and Amsterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a vehicle from Leuven Station to Amsterdam Centraal via Louvain and Anvers-Central in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven Station perron 12 to Amsterdam Sloterdijk via Brussel Noord afstaphalte and Brussels-North train station in around 4h 39m.

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