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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Leuven is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 10h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Leuven is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Louvain via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Aachen, Hbf and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Leuven?

The distance between Paderborn and Leuven is 419 km. The road distance is 337.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs €60 - €180.

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

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

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Leuven train from?

Paderborn to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Leuven?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Leuven is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 10h 43m.

Where does the Paderborn to Leuven train arrive?

Paderborn to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hamm(Westf)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Leuven is 337 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Paderborn to Leuven.

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

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Where can I stay near Leuven?

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Paderborn to Leuven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Paderborn to Leuven by train (Eurostar), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
3. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Liège, Guillemins BfTha
4. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to LouvainIc / ...
4h 57m
€64–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Brussels-North train stationN3204
10h 43m
€44–72
Drive 337.4 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Leuven337.4 km
3h 21m
€52–74
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm to Köln Hbf10 / ...
3. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-GuilleminsIce
4. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to LouvainIc / ...
5h 6m
€70–167

Paderborn to Leuven by train

225Weekly Trains

4h 57mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 418.8 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Paderborn, Germany and Leuven, Belgium?

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Louvain via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Aachen, Hbf, and Liège-Guillemins in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Brussels-North train station once daily. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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