The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
28 km
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 £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Brussels for Louvain-la-Neuve every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:32 Brussels | 0h57 | 12:29 Louvain-la-Neuve | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:20 Brussels | 0h59 | 16:19 Louvain-la-Neuve | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:48 Brussels | 1h10 | 18:58 Louvain-la-Neuve | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 11 December | |||||
![]() | 07:20 Brussels | 1h01 | 08:21 Louvain-la-Neuve | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:32 Brussels | 0h57 | 10:29 Louvain-la-Neuve | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve
Trains from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 50m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 01:00 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Regional, PKP Intercity, SNCB from Brussels to Louvain-la-Neuve trainsRegional, PKP 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.
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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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Louvain-la-Neuve
- 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.
- Chabrol Brasserie
- Winok Café
- Félix Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Progress
- Hilton Brussels City
- Hotel Siru
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Metro: Line 3, Line 4
- Tram: Line 25, Line 55
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- 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.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- 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.
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Le Pain Quotidien
- La Galoute
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Styles Louvain-la-Neuve Hotel and Events
- Martin's Louvain-la-Neuve
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ottignies and Brussels
- Bus: TEC lines available
- Train: Connections to Ottignies and Brussels
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