The average train between Merchtem and Leuven takes 1h and the fastest train takes 46 min. There is a train service every few hours from Merchtem 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 hourly between Merchtem and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merchtem is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Leuven at 10:39 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Merchtem to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Merchtem station and arriving at Leuven station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.
Merchtem to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Merchtem station.
Merchtem to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Merchtem to Leuven train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Merchtem and Leuven is 33.9 km. The road distance is 48 km.
You can take a train from Merchtem to Louvain via Brussels-Nord in around 1h 9m.