The cheapest and fastest trains from The Hague to Leuven
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague to Leuven will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 2 trains that leave The Hague for Leuven on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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 and train for The Hague to Leuven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from The Hague to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. 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 €10, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€27 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
The Hague to Leuven train times
The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Leuven trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:49 AM The Hague | 2h34 | 11:23 AM Leuven | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:49 AM The Hague | 2h25 | 12:14 PM Leuven | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book The Hague to Leuven trains with Omio?
EuroCity as well as PKP Intercity offer trains services from The Hague to Leuven. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from The Hague to Leuven.
Why book with Omio vs EuroCity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for EuroCity, but also compare tickets for the likes of PKP Intercity to find the best option for your trip from The Hague to Leuven.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare EuroCity with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from The Hague to Leuven.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While EuroCity tickets can be bought on EuroCity's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of PKP Intercity to help you choose the right option for your journey from The Hague to Leuven.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from The Hague to Leuven.
Journey information
Overview: Train from The Hague to Leuven
Trains from The Hague to Leuven run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: EuroCity, PKP Intercity from The Hague to Leuven trainsEuroCity, PKP Intercity trains will get you between The Hague and Leuven from $13 (€10). 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 The Hague to Leuven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague 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 The Hague to Leuven
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Koningin Julianaplein.
- Restaurant Pavlov
- The Penthouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Park Centraal Den Haag
- Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament
- Novotel Den Haag City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 8,500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsweg.
- Restaurant Basaal
- The Penthouse Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central
- The Student Hotel The Hague
- Novotel Den Haag City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 1, Line 9, Line 11, Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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