The train between Tongeren and Leuven takes 1h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Tongeren 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 Tongeren and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tongeren is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Leuven at 11:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Tongeren to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Tongeren station and arriving at Leuven station via Aarschot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Tongeren to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Tongres station.
Tongeren to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Aarschot station.
Book your Tongeren to Leuven train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Tongeren and Leuven is 54.8 km. The road distance is 80 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Tongres to Aarschot hourly. Tickets cost €10–22 and the journey takes 57 min.