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The average train between Essen and Leuven takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen 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 twice daily between Essen and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:24 AM which arrives into Leuven at 2:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Louvain station via Liege-Guillemins station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Essen to Leuven train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
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The distance between Essen and Leuven is 173.4 km. The road distance is 200 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Louvain via Liège-Guillemins in around 2h 51m.
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