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Compare train for Gelsenkirchen to Leuven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $67, and a train costs an average of $67.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
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$106 Average price Cheapest |
5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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How to get from Gelsenkirchen to Leuven by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Leuven is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:31 AM3h01Gelsenkirchen10:32 AMLeuvenFind prices3 transfers
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11:14 AM3h16Gelsenkirchen2:30 PMLeuven$1421One-way2 transfers
3:14 PM3h16Gelsenkirchen6:30 PMLeuven$1421One-way2 transfers
5:13 PM3h17Gelsenkirchen8:30 PMLeuven$1421One-way2 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Gelsenkirchen to Leuven
Travel 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 Gelsenkirchen to Leuven.

- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gelsenkirchen and Leuven as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arrive in Leuven station.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Eurobahn to go to Leuven by train.
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