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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Rekkem is to bus which costs €13 - €17 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Rekkem is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Rekkem?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Rekkem. However, there are services departing from Leuven and arriving at Rekkem Kerk via Lille Europe and Menen Barakken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Leuven to Rekkem?

The distance between Leuven and Rekkem is 137 km. The road distance is 130 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Rekkem without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €15 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Leuven to Rekkem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Rekkem bus from?

Leuven to Rekkem bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Leuven station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Rekkem?

The best way to get from Leuven to Rekkem is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €15 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €17 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Leuven to Rekkem bus arrive?

Leuven to Rekkem bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Rekkem?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Rekkem is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Leuven to Rekkem.

Where can I stay near Rekkem?

There are 759+ hotels available in Rekkem.

Leuven to Rekkem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 CourtraiIc
2h 48m
€15–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven to Lille - Europe Train StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille Europe to DouaneL91
4h 3m
€13–17
Drive 130 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Rekkem130 km
1h 19m
€20–29
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Louvain to Gand-Saint-PierreIc / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to MeninIc / ...
2h 49m
€18–26

Leuven to Rekkem by train and bus

99Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.8 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Louvain to Courtrai hourly. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven to Rekkem Kerk via Lille - Europe Train Station, Lille Europe, Douane, and Menen Barakken in around 4h 3m.

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