How to travel from Leuven to Maastricht

There are 2 options to travel between Leuven and Maastricht including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Leuven to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of kr91.

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

A bus is kr131 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuven to Maastricht costing on average kr221.

The fastest way to travel from Leuven to Maastricht is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 59m.

The distance from Leuven to Maastricht is approximately 42 miles (69 km).

The average frequency per day from Leuven to Maastricht is:

• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

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

• Trains mostly depart from Leuven station and arrive in Maastricht station.
• Buses mostly depart from Leuven, Diestsepoort and arrive in Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station).

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

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, De Lijn to go to Maastricht by bus.
• Travel with Intercity, Regional-Express, Regional, SNCB | BUS, SNCB to go to Maastricht by train.

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

• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

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

In Maastricht, you can explore the lively Market Square with its weekly market and impressive Town Hall, stroll through the picturesque streets of the Jekerkwartier with its boutique shops, and enjoy a scenic boat tour on the Meuse River. Visit the Natural History Museum to learn about local geology and prehistoric artifacts, and experience the vibrant nightlife at the trendy bars and restaurants in the Wyck district. Don't miss Vrijthof Square with its historic buildings and cafes, the Basilica of Saint Servatius for its religious artifacts, guided tours of the St. Pietersberg Caves, the art collections at Bonnefanten Museum, and Helpoort, the oldest city gate in the Netherlands.

Two to three days in Maastricht is typically sufficient to explore the city's historic sites, such as the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the St. Pietersberg Caves, enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, and savor local cuisine.