The average train between Merode and Leuven takes 37 min and the fastest train takes 29 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Merode 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 15 minutes between Merode and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 12:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Merode is at 7:51 PM which arrives into Leuven at 8:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Gare Centrale and take an average of 37 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 27m • 1 change

34 min • 1 change

38 min • 1 change

35 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Merode to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Merode station and arriving at Leuven station via Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.
Merode to Leuven train services, operated by STIB, depart from Bruxelles-Central station.
Merode to Leuven train services, operated by STIB, arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Merode to Leuven train tickets online with STIB and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Merode and Leuven is 21.7 km. The road distance is 33 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Bruxelles-Central to Louvain every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €5–11 and the journey takes 45 min.