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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Lier is to line 20 bus and line 30 bus which costs €6 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Lier is to train which takes 35 min and costs €6 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Lier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Louvain and arriving at Lierre. Services depart six times a week, and operate Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Lier?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Louvain and arriving at Lierre. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Leuven to Lier?

The distance between Leuven and Lier is 43 km. The road distance is 34.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Lier without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs €6 - €9.

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

The train from Louvain to Lierre takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Lier bus from?

Leuven to Lier bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Leuven Lüdenscheid station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Lier train from?

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

Train or bus from Leuven to Lier?

The best way to get from Leuven to Lier is to train which takes 35 min and costs €6 - €9. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus and line 30 bus, which costs €6 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Leuven to Lier bus arrive?

Leuven to Lier bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Mechelen Station perron 14.

Where does the Leuven to Lier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leuven to Lier?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Lier is 34 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Leuven to Lier.

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

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Leuven to Lier - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, line 30 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leuven to Lier 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 Lierretrain Ic / ...
35 min
€6–9
Line 20 bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Leuven Lüdenscheid to Mechelen Station perron 14bus 20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mechelen Station perron 16 to Lier Dungelhoeffbus 30
1h 37m
€6
Drive 34.1 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Liercar 34.1 km
44 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leuven to Liertaxi 34.1 km
44 min
€85–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louvain to Lierrebus Bus
1h 39m

Leuven to Lier by train

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Distance: 42.7 km
Duration: 35 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Louvain to Lierre every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven Lüdenscheid to Lier Dungelhoeff via Mechelen Station perron 16 in around 1h 37m.

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