The average train between Alkmaar and Leuven takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Alkmaar 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 Alkmaar and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Alkmaar is at 7:13 PM which arrives into Leuven at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Amsterdam Centraal and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Alkmaar 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 Alkmaar to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar station and arriving at Louvain station via Amsterdam Centraal station and Anvers-Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Alkmaar to Leuven train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Alkmaar station.
Alkmaar to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
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The distance between Alkmaar and Leuven is 194.9 km. The road distance is 240 km.
You can take a train from Alkmaar to Louvain via Amsterdam Centraal and Anvers-Central in around 3h 9m.