The average train between Leuven and Rotterdam takes 1h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is an hourly train service from Leuven to Rotterdam. 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 Leuven and Rotterdam. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leuven is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Rotterdam at 11:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 39m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leuven to Rotterdam? 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 Leuven to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Louvain station and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal station via Anvers-Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.
Leuven to Rotterdam train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.
Leuven to Rotterdam train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Rotterdam Centraal station.
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The distance between Leuven and Rotterdam is 117 km. The road distance is 145 km.
You can take a train from Louvain to Rotterdam Centraal via Anvers-Central in around 1h 26m.