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Leuven to Elst trains

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The average train between Leuven and Elst takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Leuven to Elst. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 53m
Duration
209 km
Distance
€35
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Malines to Bredatrain train Ec / ...
  2. Take the train from Breda to Elsttrain train Sprinter
3h 44m
€24–50

Leuven to Elst train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Leuven and Elst. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leuven is at 8:46 PM which arrives into Elst at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Malines and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11h 1m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 9m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leuven to Elst? 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: 208.7 km
  • Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Elst, Gelderland, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Louvain to Elst via Malines and Breda in around 3h 44m.

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