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How to get from Leuven to Nijlen by train?

From Leuven to Nijlen by train

To get from Leuven to Nijlen in Belgium, take the L train from Leuven station to Lierre station. Next, take the IC train from Lierre station to Nijlen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijlen on the Moovit app.

68min
Train - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    44 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station Nijlen
    Ride to train station
    Nijlen
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Leuven to Nijlen by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Nijlen in Belgium, take the L train from Leuven station to Lierre station. Next, take the 84 bus from Lier Station Platform 5 station to Nijlen Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijlen on the Moovit app.

92min
Train - L
L
Bus - 8484
Walk to Nijlen
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lier Station Platform 5
    ID 109717
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8484
    Wait for bus
    84
    Vorselaar Van Roey Institute Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nijlen Station
    ID 107014
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Nijlen
    Walk to
    Nijlen
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Nijlen

The distance between Leuven, Belgium and Nijlen, Belgium is approximately 50.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Nijlen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Leuven to Nijlen

To check the train schedule from Leuven to Nijlen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leuven) and destination (Nijlen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Leuven to Nijlen by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Nijlen in Belgium, take the L train from Leuven station to Lierre station. Next, take the 84 bus from Lier Station Platform 5 station to Nijlen Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The train schedule from Leuven may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijlen on the Moovit app.

92min
Train - L
L
Bus - 8484
Walk to Nijlen
Leaves from Leuven

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lier Station Platform 5
    ID 109717
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8484
    Wait for bus
    84
    Vorselaar Van Roey Institute Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nijlen Station
    ID 107014
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Nijlen
    Walk to
    Nijlen
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Nijlen?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Train line L, Train line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leuven to Nijlen?

    The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Train line L, Bus line 84.

  • Is there a direct train between Leuven and Nijlen?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leuven to Nijlen?

    The L train line goes from Lierre station near Leuven in Leuven to Nijlen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Nijlen station near Nijlen in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Leuven to Nijlen by train?

    The total travel time between Leuven in Leuven and Nijlen in Belgium by train is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Leuven to get to Nijlen?

    Get on the L train from the Lierre station near Leuven in Leuven.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Leuven and Nijlen?

    Get off the train at the Nijlen station, which is closest to Nijlen in Belgium.

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