The average train between Metz and Leuven takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. The train service runs several times per day 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 every 3 hours between Metz and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 9:01 PM which arrives into Leuven at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Est and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 57m • 2 changesWant 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 Ville station and arriving at Louvain station via Paris Est station and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Metz to Leuven train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
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The distance between Metz and Leuven is 222.2 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Louvain via Paris Est, Paris Nord, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 58m.