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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Leuven
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $193
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $228
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 6 h 47 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 8 h 21 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 5
- Distance
- 582 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Leuven will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $193.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 5 trains from Munich to Leuven, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 582 km distance in an average of 8 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:28 AM 8h04 Munich 4:32 PM Leuven $193 1 One-way 0 changes9:46 PM 10h44 Munich 8:30 AM Leuven $194 1 One-way 0 changes9:45 AM 6h47 Munich 4:32 PM Leuven $208 1 One-way 0 changes9:28 AM 8h04 Munich 5:32 PM Leuven $252 1 One-way 0 changes10:28 AM 8h04 Munich 6:32 PM Leuven $294 1 One-way 0 changes
9:45 AM 6h47 Munich 4:32 PM Leuven $208 1 One-way 0 changes10:28 AM 8h04 Munich 6:32 PM Leuven $294 1 One-way 0 changes8:28 AM 8h04 Munich 4:32 PM Leuven $193 1 One-way 0 changes9:28 AM 8h04 Munich 5:32 PM Leuven $252 1 One-way 0 changes9:46 PM 10h44 Munich 8:30 AM Leuven $194 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Leuven
Germany
Belgium
Trains from Munich to Leuven run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 but you can travel from only $19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 582 km distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 582 km |
Average train duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 12:51 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Munich to Leuven train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Leuven trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 310 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 7h52 | 4:11 PM Leuven station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 310 · IC 5737 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 8h04 | 4:23 PM Heverlee | 3 changes | |
| ICE 610 · IC 2045 · ICE 14 · IC 539 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h04 | 5:32 PM Leuven station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 610 · IC 2045 · ICE 14 · IC 539 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h31 | 5:59 PM Heverlee | 4 changes | |
| ICE 610 · 10618 · ICE 310 · IC 5737 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h55 | 4:23 PM Heverlee | 3 changes | |
| ICE 610 · 10618 · ICE 310 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h43 | 4:11 PM Leuven station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 14 · IC 539 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 6h47 | 5:32 PM Leuven station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 14 · IC 539 · R 3088 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 7h14 | 5:59 PM Heverlee | 3 changes | |
| ICE 518 · ICE 2012 · ICE 12 · IC 541 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h55 | 8:23 PM Heverlee | 4 changes | |
| ICE 518 · ICE 2012 · ICE 12 · IC 541 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h04 | 7:32 PM Leuven station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 12 · IC 541 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 6h47 | 7:32 PM Leuven station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 12 · IC 541 · IC 5741 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 7h38 | 8:23 PM Heverlee | 3 changes | |
| ICE 516 · IC 2041 · ICE 10 · IC 543 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 8h55 | 10:23 PM Heverlee | 4 changes | |
| ICE 516 · IC 2041 · ICE 10 · IC 543 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 8h04 | 9:32 PM Leuven station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 594 · ICE 10 · IC 543 · IC 5743 | On time 2:45 PM Munich Hbf | 7h38 | 10:23 PM Heverlee | 3 changes | |
| ICE 594 · ICE 10 · IC 543 | On time 2:45 PM Munich Hbf | 6h47 | 9:32 PM Leuven station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 514 · IC 2349 · 26832 · ICE 318 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 13h55 | 5:23 AM Heverlee | 5 changes | |
| ICE 514 · IC 2349 · 26832 · ICE 318 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 8h08 | 11:36 PM Leuven station | 4 changes | |
| ICE 592 · ICE 102 · 26832 · ICE 318 | On time 4:45 PM Munich Hbf | 12h38 | 5:23 AM Heverlee | 5 changes | |
| ICE 592 · ICE 102 · 26832 · ICE 318 | On time 4:45 PM Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 11:36 PM Leuven station | 4 changes | |
| ICE 512 · 26438 · Bus RE18 · 32005 | On time 5:28 PM Munich Hbf | 14h04 | 7:32 AM Leuven station | 5 changes | |
| ICE 1090 · Bus 82159 · RB 5943 · IC 2127 | On time 5:46 PM Munich Hbf | 13h50 | 7:36 AM Leuven station | 4 changes | |
| ICE 1090 · Bus 82159 · RB 5943 · IC 2127 | On time 5:46 PM Munich Hbf | 13h45 | 7:31 AM Heverlee | 4 changes | |
| ICE 910 · 26839 · 26438 · Bus RE18 | On time 6:19 PM Munich Hbf | 13h13 | 7:32 AM Leuven station | 6 changes | |
| ICE 910 · 26839 · 26438 · Bus RE18 | On time 6:19 PM Munich Hbf | 13h40 | 7:59 AM Heverlee | 7 changes | |
| S4 · ICE 618 · ICE 18 · IC 531 | 11:19 PM Munich | 10h40 | 9:59 AM Heverlee | 4 changes | |
| S4 · ICE 618 · ICE 18 · IC 531 | 11:19 PM Munich | 10h13 | 9:32 AM Leuven station | 3 changes | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Munich and Leuven
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FAQs: Munich to Leuven train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Leuven by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leuven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Leuven
Most Munich to Leuven trains use the München Hbf to Leuven station pair, with some services arriving at Heverlee. Use this guide to compare Munich and Leuven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do trains to Leuven leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Getting to München Hackerbrücke from Munich city centre
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke train station facilities and services
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
Which Leuven station do trains from Munich arrive at?
Getting to Leuven from Leuven city centre
Leuven is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Leuven train station facilities and services
Leuven has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Klimop, Domus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leuven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leuven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leuven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leuven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leuven: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Royale, Park Inn by Radisson Leuven, Hotel Mille Colonnes.
Getting to Heverlee from Leuven city centre
Heverlee is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Heverlee train station facilities and services
Heverlee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heverlee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Heverlee.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heverlee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heverlee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heverlee.
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