The average train between Rotterdam and KU Leuven takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotterdam to KU 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 2 hours between Rotterdam and KU Leuven. The earliest departure is at 6:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotterdam is at 7:58 PM which arrives into KU Leuven at 9:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Berchem and take an average of 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 53m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Rotterdam to KU 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 Rotterdam to KU Leuven. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam station and arriving at KU Leuven station via Anvers-Berchem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
Rotterdam to KU Leuven train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.
Rotterdam to KU Leuven train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Rotterdam to KU Leuven train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Rotterdam and KU Leuven is 117.2 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to KU Leuven via Anvers-Berchem, Louvain, Leuven Station perron 6, and Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron C in around 2h 18m.