The average train between Mainz and Leuven takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 3 hours between Mainz and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 3:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Leuven at 9:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Leuven station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.
Mainz to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mainz to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Mainz to Leuven train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Leuven is 272.3 km. The road distance is 369 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Louvain via Köln Hbf and Liège-Guillemins in around 4h 15m.