The average train between Bochum and Leuven takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Bochum 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 Bochum and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 3:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Leuven at 11:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bochum 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 Bochum to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Leuven station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Bochum to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Bochum to Leuven train tickets online with National Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bochum and Leuven is 187.7 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Louvain via Köln Hbf and Liège-Guillemins in around 3h 30m.