The average train between Leipzig and Leuven takes 7h 19m and the fastest train takes 6h 41m. 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 every 4 hours between Leipzig and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Leuven at 9:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 7h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leipzig to Leuven? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Leuven station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.
Leipzig to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Leipzig to Leuven train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Leipzig and Leuven is 537.7 km. The road distance is 739 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Louvain via Frankfurt and Liège-Guillemins in around 7h 2m.