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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Detmold is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Detmold is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Detmold?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Leuven Lüdenscheid and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Antwerp, BI-Brackwede, Eisenbahnstraße and Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Detmold?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Liege-Guillemins, Köln Hbf and Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Leuven to Detmold?

The distance between Leuven and Detmold is 404 km. The road distance is 361 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Detmold without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 18m and costs €50 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Leuven to Detmold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Detmold bus from?

Leuven to Detmold bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Detmold train from?

Leuven to Detmold train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Detmold?

The best way to get from Leuven to Detmold is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 18m and costs €50 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Leuven to Detmold bus arrive?

Leuven to Detmold bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bielefeld Brackwede train station.

Where does the Leuven to Detmold train arrive?

Leuven to Detmold train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Detmold?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Detmold is 361 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Leuven to Detmold.

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

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Leuven to Detmold - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leuven to Detmold by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 19 / ...
5h 18m
€53–295
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp to Bielefeld Brackwede train stationbus N1328
9h 59m
€39–68
Drive 361 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Detmoldcar 361 km
3h 38m
€56–81
Train
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 10 / ...
5h 37m
€70–295
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Dortmund Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bielefeld Hbf to Detmold, Bahnhofbus
7h 51m
€60–228

Leuven to Detmold by train

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Distance: 404.4 km
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Detmold, Germany?

You can take a train from Louvain to Detmold, Bahnhof via Liege-Guillemins, Koeln Hbf, Köln Hbf, and Bielefeld Hbf in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp to Bielefeld Brackwede train station 3 times a week. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 5h.

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