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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£4

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£5

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

45 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

45 m

Trains on 17 Sept

120

Distance

28 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 120 trains from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve, including 60 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 45 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.

2114+6363
14:430h55
Brussels-North
15:38Louvain-la-Neuve station
£41One-way
1 change
6562
13:581h01
Brussels-North
14:59Louvain-la-Neuve station
£41One-way
0 changes
6563
14:481h11
Brussels-Midi
15:59Louvain-la-Neuve station
£41One-way
0 changes
2412+6560
12:140h45
Brussels-North
12:59Louvain-la-Neuve station
£41One-way
1 change
6561
12:521h07
Brussels-Central
13:59Louvain-la-Neuve station
£41One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 28 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£7 Average Price	£4 Average Price Cheapest	£5 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	42m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve is a coach with an average price of £4.

This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve:

A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve costing on average £7.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve is by coach with an average journey time of 40m.

Other travel options to Louvain-la-Neuve take longer:

Train takes on average 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brussels and Louvain-la-Neuve including taking a coach and train.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.01. The journey takes 47m versus 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve train times

The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
2406+6554	6:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	6:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2406+6554	6:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	6:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2406+6554	6:14 Brussels-North	0h45	6:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3955	6:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	7:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3955	6:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	7:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3955	6:30 Brussels-North	0h51	7:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2106+6355	6:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	7:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2106+6355	6:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	7:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2106+6355	6:43 Brussels-North	0h55	7:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6555	6:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	7:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6555	6:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	7:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6555	6:58 Brussels-North	1h01	7:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2407+6555	7:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	7:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2407+6555	7:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	7:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2407+6555	7:14 Brussels-North	0h45	7:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3956	7:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	8:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3956	7:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	8:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3956	7:30 Brussels-North	0h51	8:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2107+6356	7:33 Brussels-Midi	1h05	8:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2107+6356	7:38 Brussels-Central	1h00	8:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2107+6356	7:44 Brussels-North	0h54	8:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6556	7:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	8:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6556	7:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	8:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6556	7:58 Brussels-North	1h01	8:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2408+6556	8:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	8:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2408+6556	8:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	8:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2408+6556	8:14 Brussels-North	0h45	8:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3957	8:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	9:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3957	8:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	9:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3957	8:30 Brussels-North	0h51	9:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2108+6357	8:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	9:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2108+6357	8:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	9:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2108+6357	8:43 Brussels-North	0h55	9:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6557	8:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	9:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6557	8:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	9:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6557	8:58 Brussels-North	1h01	9:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2409+6557	9:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	9:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2409+6557	9:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	9:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2409+6557	9:14 Brussels-North	0h45	9:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3958	9:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	10:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3958	9:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	10:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3958	9:30 Brussels-North	0h51	10:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2109+6358	9:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	10:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2109+6358	9:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	10:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2109+6358	9:43 Brussels-North	0h55	10:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6558	9:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	10:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6558	9:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	10:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6558	9:58 Brussels-North	1h01	10:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2410+6558	10:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	10:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2410+6558	10:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	10:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2410+6558	10:14 Brussels-North	0h45	10:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3959	10:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	11:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3959	10:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	11:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3959	10:30 Brussels-North	0h51	11:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2110+6359	10:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	11:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2110+6359	10:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	11:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2110+6359	10:43 Brussels-North	0h55	11:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6559	10:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	11:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6559	10:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	11:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6559	10:58 Brussels-North	1h01	11:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2411+6559	11:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	11:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2411+6559	11:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	11:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2411+6559	11:14 Brussels-North	0h45	11:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3960	11:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	12:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3960	11:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	12:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3960	11:30 Brussels-North	0h51	12:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2111+6360	11:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	12:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2111+6360	11:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	12:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2111+6360	11:43 Brussels-North	0h55	12:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6560	11:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	12:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6560	11:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	12:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6560	11:58 Brussels-North	1h01	12:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2412+6560	12:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	12:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2412+6560	12:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	12:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2412+6560	12:14 Brussels-North	0h45	12:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3961	12:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	13:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3961	12:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	13:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3961	12:30 Brussels-North	0h51	13:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2112+6361	12:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	13:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2112+6361	12:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	13:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2112+6361	12:43 Brussels-North	0h55	13:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6561	12:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	13:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6561	12:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	13:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6561	12:58 Brussels-North	1h01	13:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2413+6561	13:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	13:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2413+6561	13:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	13:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2413+6561	13:14 Brussels-North	0h45	13:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3962	13:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	14:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3962	13:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	14:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3962	13:30 Brussels-North	0h51	14:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2113+6362	13:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	14:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2113+6362	13:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	14:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2113+6362	13:43 Brussels-North	0h55	14:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6562	13:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	14:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6562	13:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	14:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6562	13:58 Brussels-North	1h01	14:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2414+6562	14:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	14:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2414+6562	14:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	14:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2414+6562	14:14 Brussels-North	0h45	14:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3963	14:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	15:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3963	14:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	15:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3963	14:30 Brussels-North	0h51	15:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2114+6363	14:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	15:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2114+6363	14:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	15:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2114+6363	14:43 Brussels-North	0h55	15:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6563	14:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	15:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6563	14:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	15:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6563	14:58 Brussels-North	1h01	15:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2415+6563	15:03 Brussels-Midi	0h56	15:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2415+6563	15:08 Brussels-Central	0h51	15:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2415+6563	15:14 Brussels-North	0h45	15:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
3964	15:20 Brussels-Midi	1h01	16:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3964	15:24 Brussels-Central	0h57	16:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
3964	15:30 Brussels-North	0h51	16:21 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
2115+6364	15:32 Brussels-Midi	1h06	16:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2115+6364	15:37 Brussels-Central	1h01	16:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
2115+6364	15:43 Brussels-North	0h55	16:38 Louvain-la-Neuve station	1 change
6564	15:48 Brussels-Midi	1h11	16:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6564	15:52 Brussels-Central	1h07	16:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect
6564	15:58 Brussels-North	1h01	16:59 Louvain-la-Neuve station	0 changesdirect

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Regional as well as Intercity or SNCB offer trains services from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve

Belgium

Trains from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve run on average 37 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 56m.

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

Distance

28 km

Average train duration

47m

Cheapest ticket price

£4

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

56m

First train

0:01

Last train

23:09

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jan - Mar

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Train companies: Regional, Intercity, SNCB from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve trainsRegional, Intercity, SNCB trains will get you between Brussels and Louvain-la-Neuve 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

56m

Cheapest Intercity Price

£4

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

What's included in each class

Compare Intercity classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs
Extra legroom
Quiet zone
Lounge Access

2nd Class

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs

FLEX PREMIÈRE

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs
Extra legroom
Quiet zone
Lounge Access

Plus

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs
Wide seats
Food available
Extra legroom
Lounge Access

Premier

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs
Wide seats
Extra legroom
Free meal
Lounge Access

PRO SECONDE

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs

Standard

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs
Food available

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

1h 1m

Cheapest Regional Price

£6

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

What's included in each class

Compare Regional classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs
Extra legroom
Quiet zone

2nd Class

Free Wi-Fi
Power plugs

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 SNCB Duration

31m

Cheapest SNCB Price

£6

SNCB frequency

50 a day

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Complete guide to Louvain-la-Neuve

Things to do in Louvain-la-Neuve

Discover the best of Louvain-la-Neuve — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Louvain-la-Neuve trip today.

Must visit

Musée L

University museum with archaeology, art and science collections, offering a strong introduction to local culture and research.

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Must visit

Musée Hergé

Interactive museum on Hergé and Tintin, with original drawings and immersive displays about the Belgian comic artist's work.

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Recommended

Musée de Zoologie de l'UCLouvain

University zoology museum presenting animal specimens and scientific displays, suited to visitors interested in natural history.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Belgium: meals and cafés are fairly priced, but hotels can be costly during university events. Local buses and trains are reasonably priced for day trips.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €55+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €2.80-4 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.

FAQs: Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve 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 Louvain-la-Neuve, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £7.

The train journey from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve covers a distance of 28 km and takes approximately 56m. Trains run 37 per day.

The train distance from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve is 28 km.

The first train from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve leaves at 0:01.

The last train from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve departs at 23:09.

Trains from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve run approximately 37 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve.

Yes, there is a direct train between Brussels and Louvain-la-Neuve. The service operates 14 times per day, provided by Regional, SNCB.

To get from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

There is no night train service from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve.

The train station in Brussels that goes to Louvain-la-Neuve is Brussels-Central, and it arrives at Louvain-la-Neuve station.

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve is by train, costing approximately £4.

Booking trains from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve 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 to Louvain-la-Neuve is not particularly known for its scenic views. It primarily passes through suburban and urban landscapes, with glimpses of the Belgian countryside.

Yes, a day trip from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve is feasible. The journey takes 56m and covers 28 km. Trains run 13 times per day.

You typically need 1 to 2 days in Louvain-la-Neuve to explore its main attractions, including the Hergé Museum, the University of Louvain, and the vibrant city centre.

Yes, you can take the train from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Louvain-la-Neuve

Most Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Louvain-la-neuve-Uni station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Louvain-la-Neuve 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 Louvain-la-Neuve

Which Brussels station do trains to Louvain-la-Neuve leave from?

Trains from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve leave from Bruxelles-Central. The station is 1 km from Brussels city centre at Carr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium.

Bruxelles-CentralCarr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium+32 25282828 Wifi

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

Bruxelles-Midi47B Avenue Fonsny, 1060 Brussels, Belgium Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre

TrainEuroCity · 4m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Ice · 14m · £0.90

Bus48 · 16m · £3 · every ~9 min

Bus · 20m

FlixBus N1153 · 29m · £0.90

Subway2, 6 · 18m · £3 · every ~38 min

Bruxelles-Midi train station facilities and services

Bruxelles-Midi 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: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.

Parking, taxis and toilets

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

Bike and car services

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

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.

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Brussels-NordRue du Progrès 76, Vooruitgangstraat 76, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium Wifi

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 · £0.90 · 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.

More about Brussels-Nord

Brussels-LuxembourgPlace du Luxembourg, 1050 Ixelles, Brussels, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Brussels-Luxembourg from Brussels city centre

Brussels-Luxembourg is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus95 · 16m · £3 · every ~18 min

Subway1, 5 · 13m · £3 · every ~38 min

Brussels-Luxembourg train station facilities and services

Brussels-Luxembourg 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: The Twelve, Le Grand Central

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

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

Parking, taxis and toilets

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

Bike and car services

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

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Luxembourg.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Thon Hotel EU, Aloft Brussels Schuman, Sofitel Brussels Europe.

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EtterbeekBld Géneral Jacques 263F, 1050 Ixelles, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28 Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Etterbeek from Brussels city centre

Etterbeek is 4 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S19, S4, S9, Ic, S8, L, P · 5m · £0.90 · every ~12 min

P, L, S8 · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min

S5, S4, S19, S9, Ic, S8, L, P · 23m · £3 · every ~12 min

Bus95 · 18m · £3 · every ~18 min

95 · 27m · £3 · every ~18 min

Bus · 37m

Tram25 · 28m · £3 · every ~16 min

Etterbeek train station facilities and services

Etterbeek has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Etterbeek.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Etterbeek.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Etterbeek: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Etterbeek: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Etterbeek.

Brussels-SchumanRue de la Loi, 1040 Brussels, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Brussels-Schuman from Brussels city centre

Brussels-Schuman is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainP, T, L, Ic, S4, S8 · 13m · £2 · every ~9 min

Bus21, 56, 63, 79, N05 · 21m · £3 · every ~16 min

Subway1, 5 · 6m · £3 · every ~38 min

Brussels-Schuman train station facilities and services

Brussels-Schuman 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Twelve, Kafenio

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

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

Parking, taxis and toilets

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

Bike and car services

Available at Brussels-Schuman: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

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

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Brussels - Schuman, Aloft Brussels Schuman, Sofitel Brussels Europe.

Boondaal-BoondaelAvenue de La Foret/Woudlaan, 1050 Brussel, Belgium Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Boondaal-Boondael from Brussels city centre

Boondaal-Boondael is 6 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S19, S9, L · 10m · £0.90 · every ~7 min

S5, S19, S9, L · 33m · £3 · every ~7 min

Tram8 · 23m · £3 · every ~14 min

25 · 40m · £3 · every ~15 min

Boondaal-Boondael train station facilities and services

Boondaal-Boondael has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Boondaal-Boondael.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Boondaal-Boondael: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Boondaal-Boondael: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Watermael/WatermaalAv. des Taillis, 1170 Watermael-Boitsfort, Belgium Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Watermael/Watermaal from Brussels city centre

Watermael/Watermaal is 5 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS4, S8, L · 6m · £0.90 · every ~4 min

L, S8 · 17m · £2 · every ~3 min

S4, S8, L · 40m · £3 · every ~4 min

Bus95 · 28m · £3 · every ~18 min

95 · 37m · £3 · every ~18 min

Bus · 45m

Watermael/Watermaal train station facilities and services

Watermael/Watermaal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Watermael/Watermaal.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Watermael/Watermaal.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Watermael/Watermaal: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Watermael/Watermaal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Watermael/Watermaal.

Bruxelles-Congres1050 Bruxelles, Belgium Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Bruxelles-Congres from Brussels city centre

BusN04 · 17m · £3

Bruxelles-Congres train station facilities and services

Bruxelles-Congres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bruxelles-Congres.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Congres.

Parking, taxis and toilets

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

Bike and car services

Available at Bruxelles-Congres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Congres.

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