The average train between Nivelles and Leuven takes 1h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 3m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Nivelles 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 Nivelles and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Nivelles is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Leuven at 12:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 4m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Nivelles 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 Nivelles to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Nivelles station and arriving at Louvain station via Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.
Nivelles to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Nivelles station.
Nivelles to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
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The distance between Nivelles and Leuven is 40.8 km. The road distance is 48 km.
You can take a train from Nivelles to Louvain via Bruxelles-Midi in around 1h 18m.