The cheapest and fastest buses from Bruges to Leuven
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bruges to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Leuven will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bruges for Leuven on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 110 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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 bus for Bruges to Leuven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 110 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bruges to Leuven bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Leuven buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 3h00 | 4:10 PM Leuven, Diestsepoort | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h50 | 9:55 PM Leuven, Diestsepoort | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 6:05 AM Bruges | 3h25 | 9:30 AM Leuven | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Bruges | 7h20 | 4:45 PM Leuven | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bruges to Leuven
Buses from Bruges to Leuven run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €8 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:35, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 110 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 110 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 05:35 |
Last bus 20:05 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Bruges to LeuvenYou can travel by bus between Bruges to Leuven with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bruges to Leuven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leuven, Diestsepoort, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
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