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Amsterdam to Leuven trains

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The average train between Amsterdam and Leuven takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Amsterdam 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.

2h 44m
Duration
204 km
Distance
€44
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Anvers-Centraltrain train Thalys
  2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Louvaintrain train Ic / ...
2h 10m
€22–108

Amsterdam to Leuven train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Amsterdam and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Amsterdam is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Leuven at 10:49 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 53m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 28m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 53m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 33m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 33m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 30m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 52m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 52m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 52m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 52m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 52m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 52m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 28m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Amsterdam 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.

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  • Distance: 204.4 km
  • Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Leuven, Belgium?

You can take a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Louvain via Anvers-Central in around 2h 10m.

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