The average train between Zurich and Leuven takes 9h 37m and the fastest train takes 7h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich 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 Zurich and Leuven. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Leuven at 11:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 9h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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7h 33m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Leuven station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.
Zurich to Leuven train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Leuven train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Zurich to Leuven train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Zurich and Leuven is 480.5 km. The road distance is 769 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Louvain via Basel SBB, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt, and Liège-Guillemins in around 7h 54m.