The average train between Leuven and Heerlen takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Leuven to Heerlen. 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 2 hours between Leuven and Heerlen. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Leuven is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Heerlen at 12:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 47m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leuven to Heerlen? 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 Leuven to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Leuven station and arriving at Heerlen station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.
Leuven to Heerlen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.
Leuven to Heerlen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Heerlen station.
Book your Leuven to Heerlen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Leuven and Heerlen is 89.8 km. The road distance is 125 km.
You can take a train from Louvain to Heerlen via Liège-Guillemins in around 1h 52m.