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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
$73
Average ticket price on Oct 23
$115
Fastest journey on Oct 23
6 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
6 h 41 m
Trains on Oct 23
14
Distance
582 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Leuven will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Leuven without transferring at least once.
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 · IC 5737
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 310
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 310 · IC 5737
ICE 610 · ICE 310
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 · IC 5737
ICE 610 · ICE 310
ICE 724 · ICE 314 · IC 537
ICE 822 · ICE 316 · IC 533Trains from Munich to Leuven run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 361 miles (582 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 361 miles (582 km) |
Average train duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 12:51 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Munich to Leuven.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Leuven trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 822 · ICE 316 · IC 533 · R 3082 | On time 4:41 AM Munich Hbf | 7h18 | 11:59 AM Heverlee | 3 transfers | |
ICE 822 · ICE 316 · IC 533 | On time 4:41 AM Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 11:32 AM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 614 · IC 1049 · ICE 16 · IC 535 | On time 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 8h26 | 1:59 PM Heverlee | 4 transfers | |
ICE 614 · IC 1049 · ICE 16 · IC 535 | On time 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 7h59 | 1:32 PM Leuven station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 310 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 7h52 | 4:11 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 310 · IC 5737 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 8h04 | 4:23 PM Heverlee | 3 transfers | |
ICE 724 · ICE 314 · IC 537 · R 3086 | On time 8:45 AM Munich Hbf | 7h14 | 3:59 PM Heverlee | 3 transfers | |
ICE 724 · ICE 314 · IC 537 | On time 8:45 AM Munich Hbf | 6h47 | 3:32 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 610 · IC 1645 · ICE 14 · IC 539 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h31 | 5:59 PM Heverlee | 4 transfers | |
ICE 610 · ICE 310 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h43 | 4:11 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 610 · IC 1645 · ICE 14 · IC 539 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h04 | 5:32 PM Leuven station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 610 · ICE 310 · IC 5737 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h55 | 4:23 PM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 · IC 5737 | On time 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 4:23 PM Heverlee | 3 transfers | |
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310 | On time 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 6h25 | 4:11 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
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University museum with science, culture, and philosophy exhibitions in a striking historic complex. Ideal for understanding Leuven's academic identity.
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Leuven's central square framed by the town hall and Saint Peter's Church. It is the city's essential starting point for architecture and atmosphere.
Long square and social hub lined with student life and major events. It captures Leuven's energetic university-city character.
Belgium's oldest botanical garden, popular for quiet walks and seasonal plants. A local favorite near the historic core.
Crisp pork cubes braised or roasted, a Leuven pub classic often served with salad, fries, and a sharp mustard or beer-based sauce.
A strong amber-brown abbey beer brewed in Leuven since the 1970s, known for soft fruit notes and a full malty finish.
A pale Belgian lager historically tied to Leuven brewing. It is the city’s most famous everyday beer and a key part of local café culture.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative seasonal tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting.
Long-standing traditional restaurant famous for grilled meats, Belgian dishes, and an old-school local dining room.
Classic Leuven brasserie on the Oude Markt serving Belgian staples, beer, and a lively historic square atmosphere.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are not cheap, but student spots, bakeries, and short local transit keep typical visitor costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually get small change, not a set tip.
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Most Munich to Leuven trains use the München Hbf to Leuven station pair, with some services arriving at Heverlee. Use this guide to compare Munich and Leuven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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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