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 and prices for 13 Jun

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

15 m

Average duration

15 m

Trains per day

84

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 £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 84 trains that leave Brussels-North for Leuven station every day 83 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 15 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.

  • Intercity3607
    10:220h19
    Brussels-North
    10:41Leuven station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity3608
    11:220h19
    Brussels-North
    11:41Leuven station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity506
    8:070h16
    Brussels-North
    8:23Leuven station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity1508
    9:480h16
    Brussels-North
    10:04Leuven station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity1507
    8:480h16
    Brussels-North
    9:04Leuven station
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brussels-North to Leuven station

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels-North to Leuven station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.

Distance: 25 km

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£6

Average Price

£5

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Cheapest

54m

Average total duration

Fastest

24m

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57m

Average total duration

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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 12 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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
Intercity41718:40 Brussels-North
0h15
18:55 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151718:44 Brussels-North
0h17
19:01 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51719:08 Brussels-North
0h15
19:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361819:22 Brussels-North
0h18
19:40 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
Intercity52022:08 Brussels-North
0h15
22:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity362122:22 Brussels-North
0h17
22:39 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity282022:25 Brussels-North
0h26
22:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity152122:48 Brussels-North
0h16
23:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity52123:08 Brussels-North
0h15
23:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity282123:25 Brussels-North
0h26
23:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional367223:40 Brussels-North
0h39
0:19 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Saturday 13 June
Intercity5220:31 Brussels-North
0h17
0:48 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional36730:40 Brussels-North
0h39
1:19 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional1950 · 36740:47 Brussels-North
1h32
2:19 Leuven station1 change
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
Intercity28057:25 Brussels-North
0h26
7:51 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
Intercity28068:25 Brussels-North
0h26
8:51 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
Intercity28079:25 Brussels-North
0h26
9:51 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
Intercity280810:25 Brussels-North
0h26
10:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity150910:48 Brussels-North
0h16
11:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity50911:07 Brussels-North
0h16
11:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity360811:22 Brussels-North
0h19
11:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity280911:25 Brussels-North
0h26
11:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151011:48 Brussels-North
0h16
12:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51012:09 Brussels-North
0h15
12:24 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional1821112:18 Brussels-North
0h17
12:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity360912:22 Brussels-North
0h19
12:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281012:25 Brussels-North
0h26
12:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151112:48 Brussels-North
0h16
13:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51113:07 Brussels-North
0h16
13:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional1821213:18 Brussels-North
0h17
13:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361013:22 Brussels-North
0h19
13:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281113:25 Brussels-North
0h26
13:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151213:48 Brussels-North
0h16
14:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51214:07 Brussels-North
0h16
14:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional1821314:18 Brussels-North
0h17
14:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361114:22 Brussels-North
0h19
14:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281214:25 Brussels-North
0h26
14:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151314:48 Brussels-North
0h16
15:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51315:07 Brussels-North
0h16
15:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional1821415:18 Brussels-North
0h17
15:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361215:22 Brussels-North
0h19
15:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281315:25 Brussels-North
0h26
15:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151415:48 Brussels-North
0h16
16:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity51416:07 Brussels-North
0h16
16:23 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Regional1821516:18 Brussels-North
0h17
16:35 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity361316:22 Brussels-North
0h19
16:41 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity281416:25 Brussels-North
0h26
16:51 Leuven station0 changesdirect
Intercity151516:48 Brussels-North
0h16
17:04 Leuven station0 changesdirect

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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 12 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, 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 £3
Distance
25 km
Average train duration
24m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
15m
First train
3:25
Last train
23:10
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sat
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

Train companies: Intercity, Renfe, Regional, SNCB from Brussels-North to Leuven station trainsIntercity, Renfe, Regional, SNCB trains will get you between Brussels-North 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 Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
£4
Intercity frequency
12 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

Renfe

About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Renfe frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Renfe

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 Duration
39m
Cheapest 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

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
£6
SNCB frequency
50 a day
Learn more about SNCB

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
The cost of a train ticket from Brussels-North 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-North to Leuven station covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 15m. Trains run 12 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 3:25.
The last train from Brussels-North to Leuven station departs at 23:10.
Trains from Brussels-North to Leuven station run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brussels-North to Leuven station.
Yes, there is a direct train between Brussels-North and Leuven station. The service operates 12 times per day, provided by Intercity, Renfe, Regional, SNCB.
To get from Brussels-North to Leuven station, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Brussels-North to Leuven station.
The cheapest way to get from Brussels-North to Leuven station is by coach, costing approximately £3.
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.
The train journey from Brussels-Nord to Leuven primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views, with occasional glimpses of the Belgian countryside.
Yes, a day trip from Brussels-Nord to Leuven is feasible with a journey time of 15m and a distance of 25 km. Trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Brussels-North to Leuven station.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brussels-North and Leuven station

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Leuven
The major train station for departures in Brussels is Brussels-Nord. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brussels-Nord for your trip from Brussels to Leuven.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Rue du Progrès 76, Vooruitgangstraat 76, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
12
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.
Dining
Dining
  • Chabrol Brasserie
  • Winok Café
  • Félix Wine Bar
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Progress
  • Hilton Brussels City
  • Hotel Siru
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
  • Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
Public transport options for Brussels-Nord
  • Metro: Line 3, Line 4
  • Tram: Line 25, Line 55
  • Bus: Several lines available
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