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Getting Around

Getting around

Walking

Leuven is a compact city, and most places are within walking distance. The city center is pedestrian-friendly, making it easy to explore on foot.

Cycling

Cycling is the most popular way to get around Leuven. KU Leuven offers bicycle rental services through KU Leuven Bike. The city is very bike-friendly with dedicated cycling paths.

Public Transportation

  • De Lijn: Local buses serve the city and surrounding areas. Consider getting a Buzzy Pazz or Omnipas for regular travel.
  • As a student you can also get a student buss pass. This pass is only valid for bus lines within the Leuven area, outside the area you still need to buy an extra ticket. You can request your bus pass while registering or online at the KULeuven site. A student bus pass costs €25/year.
  • NMBS/SNCB: Trains connect Leuven to other Belgian cities. Leuven's train station is centrally located. Tickets can be purchased at the station or online They have pretty good website and app. If you are not travelling at peak hours, arrival times are pretty reliable.

Information on how to recover expenses through KUL can be found here: KU Leuven recovery public transport

Car Sharing

Car sharing services like Cambio are available if you need occasional access to a car. Carpooling can also be done with Mpact - Taxistop