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

The cheapest way to get from Lier to Leuven is to line 30 bus and line 20 bus which costs €6 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lier to Leuven is to train which takes 34 min and costs €6 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Lier and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lierre and arriving at Louvain. Services depart three times a week, and operate Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Lier and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lierre and arriving at Louvain. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Lier to Leuven?

The distance between Lier and Leuven is 43 km. The road distance is 35.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lier to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs €6 - €9.

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

The train from Lierre to Louvain takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lier to Leuven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lier to Leuven train from?

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

Train or bus from Lier to Leuven?

The best way to get from Lier to Leuven is to train which takes 34 min and costs €6 - €9. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and line 20 bus, which costs €6 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Lier to Leuven bus arrive?

Lier to Leuven bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Mechelen Station perron 16.

Where does the Lier to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lier to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Lier to Leuven is 36 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Lier to Leuven.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lier to Leuven 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 Lierre to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
34 min
€6–9
Line 30 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Lier Dungelhoeff to Mechelen Station perron 16bus 30
2. Take the bus from Mechelen Station perron 14 to Leuven Kareelveldbus 20 / ...
1h 31m
€6
Drive 35.6 km
1. Drive from Lier to Leuvencar 35.6 km
45 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lier to Leuventaxi 35.6 km
45 min
€90–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lierre to Louvainbus Bus
1h 45m

Lier to Leuven by train

483Weekly Trains

34 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.7 km
Duration: 34 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Lierre to Louvain every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lier Dungelhoeff to Leuven Kareelveld via Mechelen Station perron 14 in around 1h 31m.

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