The average train between Paderborn and Leuven takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Paderborn 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 Paderborn and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Paderborn is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Leuven at 8:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamm(Westf)Hbf and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 11m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Paderborn 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 Paderborn to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf station and arriving at Louvain station via Hamm(Westf)Hbf station, Aachen Hbf station and Liège, Guillemins Bf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Paderborn to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.
Paderborn to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
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The distance between Paderborn and Leuven is 296.8 km. The road distance is 336 km.
You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Louvain via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Aachen, Hbf, and Liège-Guillemins in around 5h 18m.