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

The cheapest way to get from Reims to Leuven is to bus and train which costs €25 - €50 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reims to Leuven is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Reims and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Reims to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Reims and arriving at Louvain via Paris Nord and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Reims to Leuven?

The distance between Reims and Leuven is 482 km. The road distance is 222.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Reims to Leuven without a car is to train via Paris which takes 3h 19m and costs €85 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Reims to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reims to Leuven train from?

Reims to Leuven train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Reims station.

Where does the Reims to Leuven train arrive?

Reims to Leuven train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Est station.

Can I drive from Reims to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Reims to Leuven is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Reims to Leuven.

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

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Where can I stay near Leuven?

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Reims to Leuven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reims to Leuven by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, train, or car

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Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Reims to Paris Esttrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Louvaintrain S2 / ...
3h 19m
€85–241
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV to Charleroi Gare Centralebus N845
2. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Louvaintrain Ic
5h 23m
€25–45
Drive 222.4 km
1. Drive from Reims to Leuvencar 222.4 km
2h 59m
€35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Champagne-Ardenne TGV to Bruxelles-Miditrain S63
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Louvaintrain S2 / ...
4h 37m
€76–175

Reims to Leuven by train and foot

107Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

€85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 482.2 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Reims, France and Leuven, Belgium?

You can take a train from Reims to Louvain via Paris Est, Paris Nord, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 19m.

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