Brussels-North to Leuven station train with Intercity

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 31 Oct
Cheapest price on 31 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 31 Oct
£5
Fastest journey on 31 Oct
15 m
Average journey duration on 31 Oct
16 m
Trains on 31 Oct
33
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-North 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-North to Leuven station will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

On Sat 31 Oct, we found 33 trains from Brussels-North to Leuven station, including 33 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .

The slowest trains will take 16 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.

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  • Regional18024
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels-North to Leuven station

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Trains from Brussels-North to Leuven station run on average 21 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 15m.

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 £4
Distance
25 km
Average train duration
18m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
21
Fastest train
15m
First train
3:39
Last train
23:10
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 £4

Frequently asked questions about your Brussels-North to Leuven station trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Brussels-North to Leuven station.

The cost of a train ticket from Brussels-North to Leuven station can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Brussels-North to Leuven station covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 15m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Brussels-North to Leuven station is 25 km.
The first train from Brussels-North to Leuven station leaves at 3:39.
The last train from Brussels-North to Leuven station departs at 23:10.
Trains from Brussels-North to Leuven station run approximately 21 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Brussels-North and Leuven station. The service operates 21 times per day, provided by Intercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn.

Live departures

Brussels-North to Leuven station train times

The table below shows live departures for Brussels-North to Leuven station trains for today, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Intercity361314:22 Brussels-North
0h17
14:39 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281214:25 Brussels-North
0h26
14:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity41314:40 Brussels-North
0h15
14:55 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151314:48 Brussels-North
0h16
15:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51315:08 Brussels-North
0h15
15:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361415:22 Brussels-North
0h18
15:40 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281315:25 Brussels-North
0h26
15:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity41415:40 Brussels-North
0h15
15:55 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151415:48 Brussels-North
0h16
16:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51416:08 Brussels-North
0h16
16:24 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity840016:16 Brussels-North
0h16
16:32 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361516:22 Brussels-North
0h18
16:40 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281416:24 Brussels-North
0h27
16:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity41516:39 Brussels-North
0h15
16:54 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151516:45 Brussels-North
0h17
17:02 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity844516:48 Brussels-North
0h17
17:05 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51517:07 Brussels-North
0h17
17:24 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity840117:16 Brussels-North
0h16
17:32 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361617:22 Brussels-North
0h18
17:40 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281517:24 Brussels-North
0h26
17:50 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity41617:38 Brussels-North
0h16
17:54 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151617:44 Brussels-North
0h17
18:01 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity844617:49 Brussels-North
0h16
18:05 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51618:08 Brussels-North
0h15
18:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361718:22 Brussels-North
0h17
18:39 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281618:25 Brussels-North
0h26
18:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity41718:39 Brussels-North
0h15
18:54 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151718:45 Brussels-North
0h17
19:02 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51719:08 Brussels-North
0h15
19:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361819:20 Brussels-North
0h18
19:38 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281719:25 Brussels-North
0h26
19:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity41819:39 Brussels-North
0h16
19:55 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151819:48 Brussels-North
0h16
20:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Saturday 31 October
Intercity5046:07 Brussels-North
0h15
6:22 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional37556:10 Brussels-North
0h39
6:49 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity15056:48 Brussels-North
0h16
7:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity5057:07 Brussels-North
0h16
7:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity36047:22 Brussels-North
0h19
7:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity28057:37 Brussels-North
0h16
7:53 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity15067:48 Brussels-North
0h16
8:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity5068:07 Brussels-North
0h16
8:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity36058:22 Brussels-North
0h19
8:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity28068:37 Brussels-North
0h16
8:53 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity15078:48 Brussels-North
0h16
9:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity5079:07 Brussels-North
0h16
9:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional180229:18 Brussels-North
0h17
9:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity36069:22 Brussels-North
0h19
9:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity28079:37 Brussels-North
0h16
9:53 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity15089:48 Brussels-North
0h16
10:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity50810:07 Brussels-North
0h16
10:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional1802410:18 Brussels-North
0h17
10:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity360710:22 Brussels-North
0h19
10:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity280810:37 Brussels-North
0h16
10:53 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity150910:48 Brussels-North
0h16
11:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity50911:07 Brussels-North
0h16
11:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity360811:20 Brussels-North
0h19
11:39 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity280911:37 Brussels-North
0h16
11:53 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151011:48 Brussels-North
0h16
12:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51012:07 Brussels-North
0h16
12:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity360912:22 Brussels-North
0h19
12:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281012:37 Brussels-North
0h16
12:53 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151112:48 Brussels-North
0h16
13:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51113:07 Brussels-North
0h16
13:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361013:22 Brussels-North
0h19
13:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281113:37 Brussels-North
0h16
13:53 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151213:48 Brussels-North
0h16
14:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect

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Train companies: Intercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn from Brussels-North to Leuven station trainsIntercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Brussels-North and Leuven station from £4. 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
15m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£5
Intercity frequency
21 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

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
16m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£14
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

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
17m
Cheapest Regional Price
£5
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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Brussels-North and Leuven station

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Brussels-North to Leuven station.
Yes, there is a night train from Brussels-North to Leuven station.

FAQs: Brussels-North to Leuven station train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-North 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
Booking trains from Brussels-North to Leuven station in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Brussels-North to Leuven station.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brussels-North and Leuven station

Most Brussels-North to Leuven station trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Leuven station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels-North 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
Brussels-NordRue du Progrès 76, Vooruitgangstraat 76, 1030 Schaerbeek, BelgiumWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Brussels-Nord from Brussels city centre

Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainP, S3, Ec, T, Ic, Ext, L, S1, S10, S4, S2, S8 · 4m · £1 · every ~58 min
Bus88 · 6m · £3 · every ~10 min
R24, 728, R28 · 7m · £3 · every ~10 min
Tram4, 10 · 4m · £3 · every ~34 min
10, 4 · 5m · £3 · every ~34 min

Brussels-Nord train station facilities and services

Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.

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