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M Leuven
University museum with science, culture, and philosophy exhibitions in a striking historic complex. Ideal for understanding Leuven's academic identity.
Cheapest price on Oct 23
$80
Average ticket price on Oct 23
$146
Fastest journey on Oct 23
2 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
2 h 59 m
Trains on Oct 23
14
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leuven will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Leuven without transferring at least once.
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 · IC 5737
ICE 14 · IC 539
ICE 14 · IC 539 · R 3088
ICE 926 · ICE 310
ICE 14 · IC 539
ICE 314 · IC 537
ICE 16 · IC 535
ICE 316 · IC 533
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Leuven run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€40) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€40) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 12:51 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Leuven trains for today, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60402 · ICE 312 · IC 5729 | Delayed 1:11 AM 3:11 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h12 | 8:23 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
IC 60402 · ICE 312 | Delayed 1:11 AM 3:11 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h00 | 8:11 AM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, October 23 | |||||
ICE 316 · IC 533 · R 3082 | On time 8:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 11:59 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
ICE 316 · IC 533 | On time 8:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h59 | 11:32 AM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 16 · IC 535 · R 3084 | On time 10:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 1:59 PM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
ICE 16 · IC 535 | On time 10:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h58 | 1:32 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 · ICE 310 · IC 5737 | On time 11:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h40 | 4:23 PM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
ICE 926 · ICE 310 | On time 11:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h28 | 4:11 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 314 · IC 537 | On time 12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h58 | 3:32 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 314 · IC 537 · R 3086 | On time 12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 3:59 PM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 | On time 1:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h03 | 4:11 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 · IC 5737 | On time 1:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 4:23 PM Heverlee | 3 transfers | |
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 · IC 5737 | On time 1:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 4:23 PM Heverlee | 3 transfers | |
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 | On time 1:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h03 | 4:11 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 14 · IC 539 | On time 2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h58 | 5:32 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 14 · IC 539 · R 3088 | On time 2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 5:59 PM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Leuven trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leuven station pair, with some services arriving at Heverlee. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Leuven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) 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 options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
Leuven is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: De Klimop, Domus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leuven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leuven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leuven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leuven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leuven: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Royale, Park Inn by Radisson Leuven, Hotel Mille Colonnes.
Heverlee is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Heverlee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Heverlee.
ATMs are available at Heverlee.
Available at Heverlee: Parking, WC.
Available at Heverlee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heverlee.
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