The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Leuven
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Leuven will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Leuven without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Amsterdam to Leuven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €189.
Distance: 167 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price | €395 Average price |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Leuven bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Leuven buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 8h20 | 4:10 PM Leuven, Diestsepoort | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 8h25 | 7:00 PM Leuven, Diestsepoort | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 7h55 | 7:00 PM Leuven, Diestsepoort | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h00 | 7:00 PM Leuven, Diestsepoort | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Leuven
Buses from Amsterdam to Leuven run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 167 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 167 km |
Average bus duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Amsterdam to LeuvenYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Leuven with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Leuven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Leuven by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leuven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Leuven
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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