What is the cheapest way to get from Germany to Leuven?

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Leuven is to bus which costs €75 - €130 and takes 15h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Germany to Leuven?

The fastest way to get from Germany to Leuven is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs €80 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Germany to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Leuven Wijnpers via Brussel Noord opstaphalte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Leuven. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Louvain via S Spandau Bhf, Koeln Hbf and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Germany to Leuven?

The distance between Germany and Leuven is 337 km. The road distance is 727.5 km.

How do I travel from Germany to Leuven without a car?

The best way to get from Germany to Leuven without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 8h 11m and costs €120 - €550.

How long does it take to get from Germany to Leuven?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Germany to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Leuven bus from?

Germany to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Alexanderplatz station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Leuven train from?

Germany to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Spandau Bhf station.

Train, bus or fly from Germany to Leuven?

The best way to get from Germany to Leuven is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs €80 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Cologne, which costs €120 - €550 and takes 8h 11m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €130 and takes 15h 21m.

Where does the Germany to Leuven bus arrive?

Germany to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Germany to Leuven train arrive?

Germany to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Germany to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Leuven is 728 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Germany to Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Germany to Leuven?

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Where can I stay near Leuven?

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There are 8 ways to get from Germany to Leuven by plane, train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Fly from Frankfurt
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane FRA - BRU
3h 41m
€81–249
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Brussels-North train stationbus N1387
15h 21m
€78–126
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-Guilleminstrain
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
8h 11m
€129–548
Drive 727.5 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Leuvencar 727.5 km
6h 23m
€113–163
Fly from Hamburg Airport
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane HAM - BRU
4h 1m
€101–268
Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane BER - BRU
4h 38m
€86–259
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Gesundbrunnen to Aarschottrain Trn
15h 29m
€145–299
Train #2
1. Take the train from Berlin Gesundbrunnen to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain 474
15h 52m
€138–287

Germany to Leuven by train

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Distance: 337.5 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Germany and Leuven, Belgium?

Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, and KLM fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Brussels Airport (BRU) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Louvain via S Spandau Bhf, Koeln Hbf, and Liège-Guillemins in around 8h 11m.

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