The average train between Leuven and Kiel takes 8h 50m and the fastest train takes 8h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Leuven to Kiel. 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 Kiel. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leuven is at 8:27 PM which arrives into Kiel at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Liege-Guillemins and take an average of 8h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 13m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Leuven to Kiel? 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 Kiel. However, there are services departing from Louvain station and arriving at Kiel Hbf station via Liège-Guillemins station, Koeln Hbf station and Hamburg Dammtor station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.
Leuven to Kiel train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.
Leuven to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
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The distance between Leuven and Kiel is 529.9 km. The road distance is 638 km.
You can take a train from Louvain to Kiel Hbf via Liege-Guillemins, Köln Hbf, and Hamburg Dammtor in around 8h 7m.