The average train between Ostend and Leuven takes 1h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. There is an hourly train service from Ostend 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 hourly between Ostend and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Ostend is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Leuven at 12:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ostend station and arriving at Leuven station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.
Ostend to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
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The distance between Ostend and Leuven is 129.5 km. The road distance is 147 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Ostende to Louvain hourly. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily.