The average train between Leipzig and Leuven takes 8h 2m and the fastest train takes 6h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig 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 Leipzig and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Leuven at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 8h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf station and arriving at Louvain station via Erfurt Hbf station, Frankfurt station and Liège, Guillemins Bf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.
Leipzig to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Leuven is 537.7 km. The road distance is 628 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Louvain via Erfurt Hbf, Frankfurt, and Liège-Guillemins in around 7h 6m.
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