The average train between Turnhout and Leuven takes 1h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Turnhout 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 5 times a day between Turnhout and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Turnhout is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Leuven at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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7h 47m • 1 change
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1h 21m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Turnhout 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 Turnhout to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Turnhout station and arriving at Leuven station via Lierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.
Turnhout to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Turnhout station.
Turnhout to Leuven train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Turnhout to Leuven train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Turnhout and Leuven is 52.1 km. The road distance is 80 km.
You can take a train from Turnhout to Louvain via Lierre in around 1h 35m.