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The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Leuven

Showing times and prices for Jul 19

Cheapest price

Average price

Fastest journey

26 m

Average duration

31 m

Trains per day

Distance

23 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Mechelen to Leuven will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Mechelen for Leuven on Sat, Jul 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .

On Sat, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 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.

03:56AM0h27

Mechelen

04:23AMLeuven

$91One-way

0 transfers

06:03AM1h14

Mechelen

07:17AMLeuven

$91One-way

0 transfers

07:32AM0h51

Mechelen

08:23AMLeuven

$91One-way

0 transfers

09:35AM0h29

Mechelen

10:04AMLeuven

$91One-way

0 transfers

08:35AM0h29

Mechelen

09:04AMLeuven

$91One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Mechelen to Leuven

Belgium

Trains from Mechelen to Leuven run on average 11 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) 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 $4 (€3)

Distance

13 miles (22 km)

Average train duration

28m

Cheapest ticket price

$7 (€6)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

26m

First train

00:14

Last train

23:54

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $4 (€3)

Train providers: Regional, PKP Intercity and SNCB from Mechelen to Leuven trains

For as little as $9 (€7) you can travel by train between Mechelen and Leuven with Regional, PKP Intercity and SNCB. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your journey

Train information from Mechelen to Leuven with SNCB:

Average Duration: 29 min
Cheapest Price: $9
SNCB frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Mechelen to Leuven

FAQs: Travel by train from Mechelen to Leuven easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Mechelen to Leuven.

Cheap train tickets from Mechelen to Leuven can start from as little as $9 (€7) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Mechelen to Leuven is $9 (€7); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Mechelen to Leuven train time is 24 min covering the 14 mile (22 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Mechelen to Leuven leaves at 4: 41 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Mechelen to Leuven leaves at 11: 54 PM.

Yes, there are 9 direct trains a day from Mechelen to Leuven with SNCB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Mechelen to Leuven, you can count on SNCB for the best way to get you to Leuven. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Mechelen and Leuven and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Mechelen, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leuven, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Leuven from Mechelen is worth doing with a journey time of 24 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Mechelen to Leuven by train is January.

Yes, you can take a train to Leuven from Mechelen.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Mechelen to Leuven

Mechelen

Leuven

The major train station for departures in Mechelen is Muizen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Muizen for your trip from Mechelen to Leuven.

Muizen