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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
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 £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 3 trains that leave Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for Leuven every day 3 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 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
10:112h48Amsterdam Airport Schiphol12:59Leuven£281One-way0 changes
10:143h06Amsterdam Airport Schiphol13:20Leuven£471One-way0 changes
8:473h12Amsterdam Airport Schiphol11:59Leuven£551One-way0 changes
- 10:112h48Amsterdam Airport Schiphol12:59Leuven£281One-way0 changes
- 10:143h06Amsterdam Airport Schiphol13:20Leuven£471One-way0 changes
- 8:473h12Amsterdam Airport Schiphol11:59Leuven£551One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £177.
Distance: 159 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£36 Average Price | £338 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m 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, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 2442 · 1151+ 9240+4114 | 13:41 Schiphol Airport | 2h33 | 16:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
| 2442 · 1151+9240+4114 | 13:41 Schiphol Airport | 2h42 | 16:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
| 8:47 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3h12 | 11:59 Leuven | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:11 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h48 | 12:59 Leuven | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:14 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3h06 | 13:20 Leuven | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven
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Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 6:11 |
Last train 19:27 |
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Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, EuroCity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, 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
Most Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Leuven trains use the Amsterdam Zuid to Leuven station pair, with some services arriving at Heverlee. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Leuven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leuven from Leuven city centre
Leuven is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Leuven train station facilities and services
Leuven has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Klimop, Domus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leuven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leuven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leuven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leuven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leuven: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Royale, Park Inn by Radisson Leuven, Hotel Mille Colonnes.
Getting to Heverlee from Leuven city centre
Heverlee is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Heverlee train station facilities and services
Heverlee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heverlee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Heverlee.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heverlee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heverlee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heverlee.
Getting to Wijgmaal from Leuven city centre
Wijgmaal is 5 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Wijgmaal train station facilities and services
Wijgmaal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wijgmaal.
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