How to travel from Berlin to Leuven

There are 3 options to travel between Berlin and Leuven including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Leuven is a bus with an average price of €63.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Leuven:

A bus is €78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Leuven costing on average €141.

A bus is €361 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Leuven costing on average €424.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Leuven is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Leuven take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 28m.

Bus takes on average 14h 18m.

The distance from Berlin to Leuven is approximately 389 miles (627 km).

The average frequency per day from Berlin to Leuven is:

• Around 57 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin and Leuven as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Leuven:

• Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Leuven station.
• Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz and arrive in Leuven, Diestsepoort.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Leuven, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Leuven by train.
• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, CitizenPlane, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Smartwings, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, TAP Portugal, British Airways to go to Leuven by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Leuven by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Berlin to Leuven:

• 8 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Smartwings.

Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Leuven often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leuven and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Leuven to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Leuven, you can visit the University Library and Bell Tower to explore its historic significance and enjoy panoramic city views. The Old Market Square offers vibrant nightlife with numerous cafes and is famously known as the longest bar in the world. Art enthusiasts can discover the M-Museum Leuven, which features both contemporary and historical art exhibitions. For a peaceful retreat, stroll through the Botanical Garden Kruidtuin, the oldest botanical garden in Belgium. Lastly, admire the stunning Gothic architecture of the Town Hall, adorned with intricate sculptures.

Two to three days in Leuven is ideal to explore its historic university, visit the M-Museum, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at the Oude Markt, and wander through the picturesque streets and parks.