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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Schiphol to Leuven
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schiphol to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schiphol to Leuven will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 3 trains that leave Schiphol for Leuven on Sun, Dec 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 14 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
On Sun, Dec 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Schiphol to Leuven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €186.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price | €388 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Schiphol to Leuven train times
The table below shows live departures for Schiphol to Leuven trains for today, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 9520+ 2808 | 7:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h33 | 9:44 AM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
9520+ 2859 · 3081 | 7:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h48 | 9:59 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
| 9322+2859 · 3081 | 7:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h32 | 9:59 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
| 9322+2859 | 7:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h21 | 9:48 AM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| 9524+2860 · 3082 | 8:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h48 | 10:59 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
| 9524+2809 | 8:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h33 | 10:44 AM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| 9328+2860 · 3082 | 8:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h32 | 10:59 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
| 9328+2860 | 8:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h21 | 10:48 AM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
2426+ 9224+510 | 8:42 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h42 | 11:24 AM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
| 9528+2810 | 9:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h33 | 11:44 AM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| 9528+2861 · 3083 | 9:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h48 | 11:59 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
| 9334+2861 · 3083 | 9:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h32 | 11:59 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
| 9334+2861 | 9:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h21 | 11:48 AM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| 2430+9228+511 | 9:42 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h42 | 12:24 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
| 9532+2811 | 10:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h32 | 12:43 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| 9532+2862 · 3084 | 10:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h48 | 12:59 PM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
| 2434+9232+512 | 10:42 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h42 | 1:24 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
| 9568+2820 | 7:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h33 | 9:44 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| 9394+2871 | 7:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h21 | 9:48 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| 12470+9268+521 | 7:42 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h41 | 10:23 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
| 9572+2872 | 8:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h37 | 10:48 PM Leuven station | 1 transfer | |
| 9572+2872+5727 | 8:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 9h12 | 5:23 AM Heverlee | 2 transfers | |
3181 · 2981+ 18978+527 | 8:34 PM Schiphol Airport | 8h49 | 5:23 AM Heverlee | 4 transfers | |
| 12474+9272+2623 | 8:42 PM Schiphol Airport | 3h06 | 11:48 PM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
| 12474+9272+2623 · 5727 | 8:42 PM Schiphol Airport | 8h41 | 5:23 AM Heverlee | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schiphol to Leuven
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Trains from Schiphol to Leuven run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 21:53 |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar from Schiphol to Leuven trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar trains will get you between Schiphol and Leuven from $13 (€11). 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 Schiphol to Leuven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schiphol 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 Schiphol to Leuven
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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