What is the cheapest way to get from Leuven to Reims?

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Reims is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Reims?

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Reims is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Reims?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Reims. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Reims via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Leuven to Reims?

The distance between Leuven and Reims is 482 km. The road distance is 220 km.

How do I travel from Leuven to Reims without a car?

The best way to get from Leuven to Reims without a car is to train via Paris which takes 4h 26m and costs €85 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Leuven to Reims?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Leuven to Reims, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Reims train from?

Leuven to Reims train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Reims?

The best way to get from Leuven to Reims is to train via Paris which takes 4h 26m and costs €85 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Leuven to Reims train arrive?

Leuven to Reims train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Reims?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Reims is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Leuven to Reims.

How do I get a train ticket from Leuven to Reims?

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Where can I stay near Reims?

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Leuven to Reims - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leuven to Reims by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, train (TGV), or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Bruxelles-Miditrain S2 / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Reimstrain Tgv
4h 26m
€85–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 44m
€33–64
Drive 220 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Reimscar 220 km
2h 56m
€34–50
Train
1. Take the train from Louvain to Bruxelles-Miditrain S2 / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Champagne-Ardennetrain Tgv
4h 42m
€77–139
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Liège Guillemins to Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGVbus 180
8h 3m
€34–76

Leuven to Reims by train and foot

54Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

€85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 482.5 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Reims, France?

You can take a train from Louvain to Reims via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven to Reims via Lille - Europe Train Station, Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Station, and Champagne-Ardenne in around 7h 44m.

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