The average train between Arnhem and Leuven takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Arnhem 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 hourly between Arnhem and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arnhem is at 8:53 PM which arrives into Leuven at 12:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Breda and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Arnhem 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 Arnhem to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Arnhem station and arriving at Leuven station via Breda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Arnhem to Leuven train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Arnhem Centraal station.
Arnhem to Leuven train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Malines station.
Book your Arnhem to Leuven train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Arnhem and Leuven is 148.4 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Arnhem Centraal to Louvain via Breda and Malines in around 3h 31m.