Hamburg to Leuven train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Leuven

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$120

Average price

$134

Fastest journey

6 h 46 m

Average duration

6 h 46 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

470 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Leuven will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Hamburg for Leuven on Thu, Jul 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 46 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.

Deutsche Bahn
07:45AM6h46
Hamburg
02:31PMLeuven
$1201One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
09:46AM6h46
Hamburg
04:32PMLeuven
$1481One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Leuven

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €70.

Distance: 291 miles (469 km)

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€102

Average price

€38

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Cheapest

€120

Average price

6h 18m

Average total duration

5h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 51m

Average total duration

9h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 20m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.8kg

CO2 emissions

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Leuven

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Trains from Hamburg to Leuven run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) but you can travel from only $32 (€25) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $32 (€25)
Distance
291 miles (469 km)
Average train duration
5h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
$54 (€43)
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
6h 31m
First train
00:33
Last train
23:37
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $32 (€25)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Hamburg to Leuven trains

Find the best trains between Hamburg and Leuven with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from $67 (€54). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Leuven train information:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: $67
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 7 a day

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