- Distance: 23.4 km
- Duration: 27 min
The average train between Mechelen and Leuven takes 27 min and the fastest train takes 16 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Mechelen 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 30 minutes between Mechelen and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 12:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Leuven at 11:34 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 27 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Leuven station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 27 min.
Mechelen to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Malines station.
Mechelen to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Mechelen to Leuven train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Mechelen and Leuven is 22.6 km. The road distance is 23 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Malines to Louvain every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3–8 and the journey takes 26 min.
