How to travel from London to Leuven

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Leuven is a bus with an average price of €64.

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

A bus is €150 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Leuven costing on average €214.

A bus is €312 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Leuven costing on average €376.

The fastest way to travel from London to Leuven is by train with an average journey time of 3h 4m.

Other travel options to Leuven take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 3m.

Bus takes on average 13h 28m.

The distance from London to Leuven is approximately 213 miles (343 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Leuven is:

• Around 76 flights per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London 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 London to Leuven:

• Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Leuven station.
• Ferries mostly depart from Harwich International Port and arrive in Port of Hoek van Holland.
• Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Leuven, Diestsepoort.
• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.

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

• Travel with KLM, Eurowings, Air France, KLM Cityhopper, British Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Ryanair, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, easyJet, Air Dolomiti, Indigo Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Baltic, Smartwings, Malta Air, ITA, Austrian Airlines to go to Leuven by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Leuven by bus.
• Travel with Eurostar to go to Leuven by train.

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

• 22 direct flights per day with Eurowings, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Ryanair, easyJet, Smartwings, Malta Air.

Omio customers who travel from London 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.