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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leuven station for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol on Mon, Aug 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.
9:36 AM2h11Leuven station11:47 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol€311One-way0 transfers- 8:38 AM2h10Leuven station10:48 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol€341One-way0 transfers
- 9:46 AM2h51Leuven station12:37 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol€441One-way0 transfers
- 8:38 AM2h10Leuven station10:48 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol€341One-way0 transfers
- 9:36 AM2h11Leuven station11:47 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol€311One-way0 transfers
- 9:46 AM2h51Leuven station12:37 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol€441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €156.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €237 Average price | €38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol costing on average €34.
A bus is €214 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol costing on average €237.
Other travel options to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 4m.
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
The journey is about 19m faster (2h 4m by train vs 2h 23m by car) and roughly €3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€34 vs €38). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Eurostar.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:38 AM Leuven station | 2h10 | 10:48 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
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Trains from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:36, the last at 09:46. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 8:36 AM |
Last train 9:46 AM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity, SNCB from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trainsEurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity, SNCB trains will get you between Leuven station and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Most Leuven station to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trains use the Leuven to Amsterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Leuven station and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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