The average train between Linz and Leuven takes 11h 31m and the fastest train takes 10h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz 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 5 times a day between Linz and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Leuven at 9:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 and take an average of 11h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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11h 23m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Linz 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 Linz to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Leuven station via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.
Linz to Leuven train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Leuven train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Linz to Leuven train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Linz and Leuven is 747.1 km. The road distance is 1,035 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Louvain via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, München Hbf, Frankfurt, and Liège-Guillemins in around 10h 11m.