How to get from Leuven to Genk by train?

From Leuven to Genk by train

Take one direct train from Leuven to Genk in Genk: take the IC train from Louvain station to Genk station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min.

72min
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 3
    Ride to train station Genk
    Ride to train station
    Genk
    71 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Leuven to Genk by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, take the L train from Louvain station to Hasselt station. Next, take the 44 bus from Hasselt Station Perron 14 station to Genk Station Perron 13 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min.

80min
Train - L
L
Bus - 4444
Walk to Genk
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    51 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Perron 14
    ID 410714
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    Genk Station Perron 13
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Genk Station Perron 13
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Genk
    Walk to
    Genk
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leuven to Genk

The distance between Leuven, Genk and Genk, Genk is approximately 75.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leuven to Genk by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Genk – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Leuven

Leuven is located at Leuven, Genk and the nearest public transit station is Leuven Station Perron 14.

Train stations close to Leuven:

  • Herent
  • Heverlee

Bus stations close to Leuven:

  • Leuven Station Perron 14
  • Leuven Station Perron 1
  • Leuven Station Perron 2

Public transit stations close to Genk, Genk

Genk is located at Genk, Genk and the nearest public transit station is Genk Parking Kerk.

Train stations close to Genk:

  • Genk

Bus stations close to Genk:

  • Genk Parking Kerk
  • Genk Reinpadstraat
  • Genk Stadhuis

Related Routes

From Leuven to Genk by bus and train

To get from Leuven to Genk in Genk, take the L train from Louvain station to Hasselt station. Next, take the 44 bus from Hasselt Station Perron 14 station to Genk Station Perron 13 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min.

80min
Train - L
L
Bus - 4444
Walk to Genk
Leaves from Louvain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leuven
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    51 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Perron 14
    ID 410714
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    Genk Station Perron 13
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Genk Station Perron 13
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Genk
    Walk to
    Genk
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Train line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Train line L, Bus line 44.

  • Is there a direct train between Leuven and Genk?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Leuven in Belgium to Genk in Genk in 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leuven to Genk?

    The IC train line goes from Genk station near Leuven in Belgium to Louvain station near Genk in Genk.

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

    The total travel time between Leuven in Belgium and Genk in Genk by train is about 1 hr 12 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Genk station near Leuven in Belgium.

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

    Get off the train at the Louvain station, which is closest to Genk in Genk.

  • When is the first train from Leuven to Genk?

    The first train from Leuven in Belgium to Genk in Genk is Bruxelles-Midi - Genk. It leaves the Louvain station at 6:42 AM.

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