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Ostend to Leuven trains

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The average train between Ostend and Leuven takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours 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.

1h 42m
Duration
147 km
Distance
€30
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ostend to Leuven train times

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 11:08 PM which arrives into Leuven at 12:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ostend 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.

Map of how to get from Ostend to Leuven.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 146.7 km
  • Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Leuven, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Ostende to Louvain hourly. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice a week.

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