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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Leuven is to bus which costs €55 - €95 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Leuven is to train and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs €95 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Leuven via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Brussels - Midi Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Louvain via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Reading to Leuven?

The distance between Reading and Leuven is 464 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €90 - €390.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Reading to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Leuven bus from?

Reading to Leuven bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Leuven train from?

Reading to Leuven train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Leuven?

The best way to get from Reading to Leuven is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €90 - €390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Reading to Leuven bus arrive?

Reading to Leuven bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

What is the time difference between Reading and Leuven?

Leuven is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 7:04 AM in Reading and 8:04 AM in Leuven.

Where does the Reading to Leuven train arrive?

Reading to Leuven train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Leuven?

Book your Reading to Leuven bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leuven?

There are 1303+ hotels available in Leuven.

Reading to Leuven - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Reading to Leuven by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, train, plane, or car ferry

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 Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to LouvainS2 / ...
4h 54m
€90–386
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Brussels Midi / Brussels South WestRegioJet 10
11h 30m
€59–90
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Reading to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Leuven
4h 52m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Brussels Airport (BRU)LHR - BRU
4h 21m
€96–262
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bruges814
3. Take the train from Bruges to LouvainIc / ...
12h 2m
€83–153
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Reading to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Leuven
6h
€98–143
Train to London City Airport, fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)LCY - RTM
3. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraal
4. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Louvain
5h 51m
€136–446
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)LHR - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Antwerpen-Centraal
4. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Louvain
6h 38m
€131–437

Reading to Leuven by train and subway

56Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

€90Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Leuven.

Launch map view

Distance: 464.5 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Leuven, Belgium?

You can take a train from Reading to Louvain via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Leuven via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria, and Brussels - Midi Train Station in around 11h 30m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Belgium

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.