The cheapest and fastest trains from Fribourg to Leuven
Cheapest price
$278
Average price
$278
Fastest journey
16 h 52 m
Average duration
16 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fribourg to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fribourg to Leuven will cost around $278 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $278.
It's difficult to get from Fribourg to Leuven without transferring at least 5 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fribourg to Leuven
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fribourg to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, and a train costs an average of €176.
Distance: 302 miles (487 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€218 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest | €135 Average price |
12h 7m Average total duration 11h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 54m Average total duration 12h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fribourg to Leuven train times
The table below shows live departures for Fribourg to Leuven trains for today, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:03 AM Fribourg | 9h01 | 4:04 PM Leuven | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Fribourg | 9h31 | 6:04 PM Leuven | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 11:33 AM Fribourg | 8h31 | 8:04 PM Leuven | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 2:03 PM Fribourg | 8h01 | 10:04 PM Leuven | 5 transfers | |
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Why should you book Fribourg to Leuven trains with Omio?
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) operates all train services from Fribourg to Leuven. Omio is the only official third party seller for Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) tickets.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) tickets can only be bought on Omio or Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)'s website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Fribourg to Leuven.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Fribourg to Leuven
Trains from Fribourg to Leuven run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $218 (€176) but you can travel from only $75 (€61) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 302 miles (487 km) distance in 8h 1m.
Distance 302 miles (487 km) |
Average train duration 11h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $218 (€176) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 1m |
First train 08:02 |
Last train 15:33 |
Train companies: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Fribourg to Leuven trainsSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Fribourg and Leuven from $75 (€61). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Fribourg to Leuven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fribourg 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
Popular train stations from Fribourg to Leuven
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Avenue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Pérolles
- Café du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel de la Rose
- NH Fribourg Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 105 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to major Swiss cities and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Martelarenplein.
- De Klimop
- Domus
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel La Royale
- Park Inn by Radisson Leuven
- Hotel Mille Colonnes
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Brussels, Antwerp, and Liège
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Direct connections to Brussels, Antwerp, and Liège
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