Brussels-Central to Leuven station train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Central to Leuven station

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Oct

Cheapest price on 12 Oct

£6

Average ticket price on 12 Oct

£7

Fastest journey on 12 Oct

22 m

Average journey duration on 12 Oct

22 m

Trains on 12 Oct

60

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Central to Leuven station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels-Central to Leuven station will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

On Mon 12 Oct, we found 60 trains from Brussels-Central to Leuven station, including 60 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .

The slowest trains will take 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Intercity3608
    9:160h24
    Brussels-Central
    9:40Leuven station
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity1507
    8:410h23
    Brussels-Central
    9:04Leuven station
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity410
    11:330h22
    Brussels-Central
    11:55Leuven station
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity1508
    9:410h23
    Brussels-Central
    10:04Leuven station
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity2806
    8:180h33
    Brussels-Central
    8:51Leuven station
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels-Central to Leuven station

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Trains from Brussels-Central to Leuven station run on average 23 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance
25 km
Average train duration
25m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
23
Direct trains
23
Fastest train
20m
First train
6:41
Last train
23:04
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3

Live departures

Brussels-Central to Leuven station train times

The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Central to Leuven station trains for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Intercity5068:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
8:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity36058:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
8:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity28068:18 Brussels-Central
0h33
8:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity15078:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
9:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity5079:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
9:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional180229:12 Brussels-Central
0h23
9:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity36069:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
9:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity28079:18 Brussels-Central
0h32
9:50 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity15089:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
10:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity50810:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
10:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional1802410:12 Brussels-Central
0h23
10:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity360710:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
10:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity280810:18 Brussels-Central
0h33
10:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity150910:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
11:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity50911:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
11:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity360811:14 Brussels-Central
0h25
11:39 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity280911:18 Brussels-Central
0h32
11:50 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151011:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
12:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51012:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
12:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity360912:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
12:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281012:18 Brussels-Central
0h33
12:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151112:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
13:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51113:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
13:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361013:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
13:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281113:18 Brussels-Central
0h32
13:50 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151213:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
14:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51214:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
14:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361114:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
14:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281214:18 Brussels-Central
0h33
14:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151314:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
15:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51315:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
15:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361215:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
15:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281315:18 Brussels-Central
0h32
15:50 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151415:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
16:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51416:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
16:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361316:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
16:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281416:18 Brussels-Central
0h34
16:52 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151516:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
17:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51517:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
17:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361417:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
17:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281517:18 Brussels-Central
0h32
17:50 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151617:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
18:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51618:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
18:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361518:16 Brussels-Central
0h25
18:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281618:18 Brussels-Central
0h33
18:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151718:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
19:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51719:01 Brussels-Central
0h24
19:25 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361619:14 Brussels-Central
0h25
19:39 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281719:18 Brussels-Central
0h33
19:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151819:41 Brussels-Central
0h23
20:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity5220:25 Brussels-Central
0h23
0:48 Leuven station0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Brussels-Central to Leuven station trains with Omio?

Intercity as well as Regional offer trains services from Brussels-Central to Leuven station.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Intercity with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brussels-Central to Leuven station.

Train companies: Intercity, Regional from Brussels-Central to Leuven station trainsIntercity, Regional trains will get you between Brussels-Central and Leuven station from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
20m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£4
Intercity frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Intercity

Regional

About
The term \Regional\" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, \"Regionalbahn\" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regional Duration
23m
Cheapest Regional Price
£4
Regional frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

FAQs: Brussels-Central to Leuven station train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Central to Leuven station by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leuven station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Brussels-Central to Leuven station can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Brussels-Central to Leuven station covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 23 per day.
The train distance from Brussels-Central to Leuven station is 25 km.
The first train from Brussels-Central to Leuven station leaves at 6:41.
The last train from Brussels-Central to Leuven station departs at 23:04.
Trains from Brussels-Central to Leuven station run approximately 23 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brussels-Central to Leuven station.
Yes, there is a direct train between Brussels-Central and Leuven station. The service operates 23 times per day, provided by Intercity, Regional.
There is no night train service from Brussels-Central to Leuven station.
Booking trains from Brussels-Central to Leuven station in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bruxelles-Central to Leuven is not particularly noted for being scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas with occasional glimpses of the Belgian countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Brussels-Central to Leuven station.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brussels-Central and Leuven station

Most Brussels-Central to Leuven station trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Leuven station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels-Central and Leuven station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Brussels
Arrival train stations in Leuven
Bruxelles-CentralCarr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium+32 25282828WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bruxelles-Central from Brussels city centre

Bus29, 63, 65, 66, 87, 89 · 5m · £3 · every ~17 min
Subway1, 5 · 1m · £3 · every ~38 min

Bruxelles-Central train station facilities and services

Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.

More about Bruxelles-Central

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