The average train between Metz and Leuven takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Metz 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 Metz and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Leuven at 11:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Luxembourg and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Metz 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 Metz to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Leuven station via Luxembourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Metz to Leuven train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Leuven train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Metz to Leuven train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Metz and Leuven is 222.2 km. The road distance is 289 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Louvain via Luxembourg and Liège-Guillemins in around 4h 53m.