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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Hasselt is to bus which costs €4 - €6 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Hasselt is to drive which takes 41 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Hasselt?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leuven Station station and arriving at Hasselt Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Hasselt?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Louvain and arriving at Hasselt. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Leuven to Hasselt?

The distance between Leuven and Hasselt is 53 km. The road distance is 53.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Hasselt without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs €11.

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

The train from Louvain to Hasselt takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Hasselt bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leuven to Hasselt train from?

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

Train or bus from Leuven to Hasselt?

The best way to get from Leuven to Hasselt is to train which takes 42 min and costs €11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €6 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Leuven to Hasselt bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leuven to Hasselt train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leuven to Hasselt?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Hasselt is 53 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Leuven to Hasselt.

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

Book your Leuven to Hasselt train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hasselt?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Leuven to Hasselt 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 Louvain to HasseltIc / ...
42 min
€11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station to Hasselt StationN84 / ...
55 min
€4–6
Drive 53.3 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Hasselt53.3 km
41 min
€9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leuven to Hasselt53.3 km
41 min
€130–170
Line 40 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron A to Diest Station perron 440
2. Take the bus from Diest Station perron 3 to Hasselt Station perron 1456
2h
€6

Leuven to Hasselt by train

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42 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.3 km
Duration: 42 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Louvain to Hasselt every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €11 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leuven Station to Hasselt Station twice daily. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 55 min. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route twice a week.

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