The average train between Duffel and Leuven takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 44 min. There is an hourly train service from Duffel to Leuven. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Duffel and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 12:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Duffel is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Leuven at 12:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Duffel to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Duffel station and arriving at Leuven station via Malines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.
Duffel to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Duffel station.
Duffel to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Duffel to Leuven train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Duffel and Leuven is 27.5 km. The road distance is 32 km.
You can take a train from Duffel to Louvain via Malines in around 51 min.