The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for Leuven every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
20:271h39Amsterdam Airport Schiphol22:06Leuven£271One-way0 changes
20:271h39Amsterdam Airport Schiphol22:06Leuven£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £170.
Distance: 159 km
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£34 Average Price | £326 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven trains for today, Saturday 18 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:11 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h48 | 12:59 Leuven | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:42 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h42 | 13:24 Leuven | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs NS International | IC Brussel?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for NS International | IC Brussel, but also compare tickets for the likes of Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven
Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 7:11 |
Last train 20:27 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Leuven from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leuven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Leuven
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Martelarenplein.
- De Klimop
- Domus
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel La Royale
- Park Inn by Radisson Leuven
- Hotel Mille Colonnes
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Brussels, Antwerp, and Liège
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Direct connections to Brussels, Antwerp, and Liège
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