How to travel from Munich to Leuven

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

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Leuven is a bus with an average price of €52.

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

A bus is €87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Leuven costing on average €138.

A bus is €403 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Leuven costing on average €454.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Leuven is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Leuven take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 8m.

Bus takes on average 12h 54m.

The distance from Munich to Leuven is approximately 361 miles (582 km).

The average frequency per day from Munich to Leuven is:

• Around 57 flights per day.
• Around 11 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Leuven station.
• Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Leuven, Diestsepoort.

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

• Travel with Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, Eurowings, KLM, British Airways, CitizenPlane, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Baltic, Austrian Airlines, TAP Portugal, ITA, Qatar Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, GetJet Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Air France, Avion Express Malta to go to Leuven by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV to go to Leuven by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Leuven by bus.

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

• 23 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Eurowings, CitizenPlane, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, Lufthansa Cityline, Avion Express Malta.

Omio customers who travel from Munich 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.