The average train between Linz and Leuven takes 12h 36m and the fastest train takes 9h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz 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 3 times a day between Linz and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 7:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 3:34 PM which arrives into Leuven at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and take an average of 12h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Linz 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 Linz to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Leuven station via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 36m.
Linz to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Linz Hbf station.
Linz to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Linz to Leuven train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Linz and Leuven is 747.1 km. The road distance is 913 km.
You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Louvain via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Frankfurt, and Liège-Guillemins in around 8h 50m.