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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Leuven is to bus via Brussels-North train station which costs €13 - €35 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Leuven is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Metz to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Metz and arriving at Leuven Wijnpers via Brussel Noord opstaphalte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Louvain via Luxembourg and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Metz to Leuven?

The distance between Metz and Leuven is 307 km. The road distance is 262.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Leuven without a car is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs €17 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Metz to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Leuven bus from?

Metz to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Metz station.

Where do I catch the Metz to Leuven train from?

Metz to Leuven train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Leuven?

The best way to get from Metz to Leuven is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs €17 - €55. Alternatively, you can train via Liège, which costs €27 - €95 and takes 5h.

Where does the Metz to Leuven bus arrive?

Metz to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Metz to Leuven train arrive?

Metz to Leuven train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Luxembourg station.

Can I drive from Metz to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Leuven is 262 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Metz to Leuven.

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

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Metz - Bus Station to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 57m
€17–52
Bus via Brussels-North train station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Metz to Brussels-North train stationbus N136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Leuven Wijnpersbus R81 / ...
5h 27m
€13–31
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Luxembourg to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
5h
€28–93
Drive 262.1 km
1. Drive from Metz to Leuvencar 262.1 km
2h 57m
€40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Luxembourg to Ottigniestrain Ic
5h 4m
€32–57

Metz to Leuven by bus and train

9Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 307 km
Duration: 4h 57m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Metz - Bus Station to Brussels - Midi Train Station once daily. Tickets cost €12–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metz Ville to Louvain via Luxembourg and Liège-Guillemins in around 5h.

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