The average train between Jena and Leuven takes 7h 29m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Jena 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 4 hours between Jena and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 4:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Jena is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Leuven at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 7h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Jena 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 Jena to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Jena station and arriving at Leuven station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.
Jena to Leuven train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Jena West station.
Jena to Leuven train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Jena to Leuven train tickets online with Preßnitztalbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Jena and Leuven is 482.9 km. The road distance is 666 km.
You can take a train from Jena West to Louvain via Erfurt Hbf, Frankfurt, and Liège-Guillemins in around 6h 57m.