The average train between Brussels and Leuven takes 22 min and the fastest train takes 15 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Brussels 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 15 minutes between Brussels and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Brussels is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Leuven at 12:19 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 22 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels station and arriving at Leuven station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 22 min.
Brussels to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
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The distance between Brussels and Leuven is 24.9 km. The road distance is 28 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Louvain every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €4–10 and the journey takes 39 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily.