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

The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Leuven is to bus which costs €50 - €80 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nuremberg to Leuven is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs €90 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Nuremberg and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nuremberg central bus station station and arriving at Leuven Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Nuremberg and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Nuremberg to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Nürnberg Hbf and arriving at Louvain via Frankfurt and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Nuremberg to Leuven?

The distance between Nuremberg and Leuven is 591 km. The road distance is 587.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €100 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Nuremberg to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Leuven bus from?

Nuremberg to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nuremberg central bus station.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Leuven train from?

Nuremberg to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Nuremberg to Leuven?

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Leuven is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €100 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 9h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €110 - €280 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Nuremberg to Leuven bus arrive?

Nuremberg to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leuven Station.

Where does the Nuremberg to Leuven train arrive?

Nuremberg to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Nuremberg to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuremberg to Leuven is 587 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Nuremberg to Leuven.

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

Book your Nuremberg to Leuven train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Nuremberg to Leuven?

Book your Nuremberg to Leuven bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leuven?

There are 1242+ hotels available in Leuven.

Nuremberg to Leuven - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromNuremberg to Leuven

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 9 ways to get from Nuremberg to Leuven by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Liège, Guillemins Bftrain 79
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
6h 31m
€109–219
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Leuven Stationbus N84
9h 50m
€50–80
Drive 587.1 km
1. Drive from Nuremberg to Leuvencar 587.1 km
5h 3m
€94–136
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Brussels Airport
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane NUE - BRU
6h 2m
€115–271
Train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Liège, Guillemins Bftrain 79
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
6h 34m
€106–223
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane FRA - BRU
6h 33m
€127–315
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane MUC - BRU
5h 57m
€148–412
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane NUE - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Anvers-Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Louvaintrain
5h 42m
€165–435
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Liège, Guillemins Bftrain
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvaintrain
5h 33m
€159–299

Nuremberg to Leuven by train

56Weekly Trains

6h 31mAverage Duration

€109Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Nuremberg to Leuven.

Launch map view

Distance: 591.4 km
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Louvain via Frankfurt and Liège-Guillemins in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Leuven Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €50–80 and the journey takes 9h 50m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Belgium

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.