How To Get From Brussels Airport To Leuven Best Way – All Possible Ways (Updated 2023)

Last updated on March 21st, 2023 at 03:46 pm

How To Get From Brussels Airport To Leuven Best Way – You can go by bus, train, taxi and private transfer.

What Is The Distance From Brussels Airport To Leuven?

The distance from Brussels Airport to Leuven is 26 kilometers. Click here to book online Brussels activities and day trips

The travel time by taxi from Brussels airport to Leuven is around 20 minutes and the taxi fare is around €45.

What Is The Cheapest Way From Brussels Airport To Leuven?

The cheapest way from Brussels airport to Leuven is by bus for €3 and it will take around 1 hour.

What Is The Best Way From Brussels Airport To Leuven?

The fastest way from Brussels airport to Leuven city center is by for €9.50 and it will take 15 minutes.

You can rent a car at Brussels airport or get a private transfer too.

Read here how to get from Brussels airport to city center, Brussels airport to Ghent, Brussels airport to Bruges and Brussels airport to Antwerp

SIM CARD AT BRUSSELS AIRPORT

I wouldn’t recommend you buy a sim card at Brussels airport. If you wish comfort you can buy eSim online and if you aren’t in a hurry just go around phone shops in the city and compare prices to buy the cheapest sim card in Brussels. Read here Belgium sim card for tourist and best Belgium eSim

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WHERE TO STAY IN LEUVEN

For Leuven accommodation, you can access a dorm from €18-30. And while a hotel that is a double room in a budget can go up to €90. The prices vary depending on how much luxurious you want to.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATION IN LEUVEN BEFORE YOUR TRIP WITH BOOKING.

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HOW TO GET FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO LEUVEN

TRAIN FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO LEUVEN (BEST WAY)

The best way from Brussels airport to Leuven is by train. The trains from Brussels airport to Leuven are running every 8-12 minutes during the daytime. Check here the train schedule and prices train from Brussels airport to Leuven!

The travel time from Brussels Airport to Leuven is around 15 minutes. The train fare from Brussels airport to Leuven is €9.50 for a one-way ticket. You can buy the ticket in the vending machines at the airport or book online.

Once in Leuven Train Station, you can go within walking distance 10 minutes to your accommodation.

BUS FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO LEUVEN CITY CENTER (CHEAPEST WAY)

The cheapest way from Brussels airport to Leuven city center is by bus. There are direct Buses Number 652, 651 and 616 going from Brussels airport to Leuven. Check here Brussels airport to Leuven schedule and route!

The Bus fare from Brussels airport to Leuven is €3 one-way ticket. The travel time from Brussels airport to Leuven is around 1 hour. You can buy the tickets at the airport and from the bus driver.

TAXI FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO LEUVEN CITY CENTER

If you go from Brussels airport to Leuven city center by taxi is the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Brussels airport to Leuven is around 20 minutes.

The taxi fare from Brussels airport to Leuven is €45. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination.

UBER FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO LEUVEN

If you are ordering Uber in Brussels you should know that prices are similar to taxis. You can pre-book with Uber app from your phone and go to the pickup point at the airport. Expect to pay around €40-50 depending on your destination and time of the day.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO LEUVEN

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort after your flight to Brussels. Prices are around €60 and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be €15 per person.

Click here to book online your private transfer!

RENTING A CAR AT BRUSSELS AIRPORT

There are many options for renting a car at Brussels airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Leuven or if you are planning to move around. It will take you 20 minutes to get from Brussels airport to Leuven city center in a private car.

There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis and Europcar available in the airport. Prices can be around €30-40 per day. Get the best deals renting a car in Brussels!

BEST WAY FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO LEUVEN CITY CENTER

The best way from Brussels airport to Leuven city center is by bus for €3 if you go on a budget and the travel time is 1 hour.

If you prefer the fastest option from Brussels airport to Leuven by train for €9.50 and only 15 minutes travel time. If you prefer comfort check private transfers that can be cheaper than a taxi booking online.

ACCOMMODATION BUDGET TRAVEL IN LEUVEN

For Leuven accommodation, you can access a dorm from €18-30. And while a hotel that is a double room in a budget can go up to €90.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATION IN LEUVEN BEFORE YOUR TRIP WITH BOOKING

CASH AND ATMS IN BELGIUM

The currency used all throughout Belgium is Euro just like all European countries. The exact currency of the Euro to the dollar is A €1 = $1.0678 USD. You can use debit cards everywhere in Belgium. ATMs are available and accessible in all parts of the country.

Click here to know the exchange rate between the Euro and your currency!

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