- Must visit
M Leuven
City museum in a historic building opposite Saint Peter’s Church, presenting Leuven’s art, history and changing urban story.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£36
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£60
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
2 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
2 h 28 m
Trains on 14 Oct
171
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam 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 to Leuven will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Amsterdam to Leuven you need to make at least one change.
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414Trains from Amsterdam to Leuven run on average 40 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 40 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Leuven trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9548+ 8281+ 2487 | 15:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h42 | 17:46 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9548+ 8281+ 2487 · 3088 | 15:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h55 | 17:59 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
3548 · 1159+ 9248+ 4116 | 15:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 18:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
3548 · 1159+ 9248+ 4116 | 15:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 18:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9364+ 416 | 15:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h44 | 17:54 Leuven station | 1 change | |
1848+ 9248+ 4116 · 5739 | 15:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 18:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
9364+ 416 | 15:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h27 | 17:54 Leuven station | 1 change | |
2450 · 1159+ 9248+ 4116 | 15:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 18:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
2450 · 1159+ 9248+ 4116 | 15:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 18:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9552+ 8282+ 2488 · 3089 | 16:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h55 | 18:59 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
9552+ 8282+ 2488 | 16:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h42 | 18:46 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3552 · 1163+ 9252+ 4117 | 16:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 19:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
3552 · 1163+ 9252+ 4117 | 16:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 19:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9370+ 417 | 16:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 18:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
1852+ 9252+ 4117 · 5740 | 16:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 19:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
9370+ 417 | 16:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h28 | 18:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
2454 · 1163+ 9252+ 4117 | 16:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 19:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
2454 · 1163+ 9252+ 4117 | 16:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 19:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
3556 · 1167+ 9256+ 4118 | 17:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 20:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
3556 · 1167+ 9256+ 4118 | 17:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 20:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
2458 · 1167+ 9256+ 4118 | 17:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 20:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
2458 · 1167+ 9256+ 4118 | 17:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 20:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9560+ 2619+ 2790 | 18:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 20:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3560 · 1171+ 9260+ 4119 | 18:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 21:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
3560 · 1171+ 9260+ 4119 | 18:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 21:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9382+ 419 | 18:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h46 | 20:56 Leuven station | 1 change | |
1860+ 9260+ 4119 · 5742 | 18:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 21:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
9382+ 419 | 18:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h29 | 20:56 Leuven station | 1 change | |
2462 · 1171+ 9260+ 4119 | 18:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 21:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
2462 · 1171+ 9260+ 4119 | 18:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 21:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9564+ 2620+ 2791 | 19:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 21:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3564+ 9264+ 4120 | 19:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 22:14 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3564+ 9264+ 4120 · 5743 | 19:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 22:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
9388+ 2870 | 19:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 22:02 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9388+ 2870 | 19:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 22:02 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9388+ 2620+ 2791 | 19:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h43 | 21:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9388+ 2870+ 5743 | 19:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 22:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
1864+ 9388+ 2870 | 19:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h48 | 22:02 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
1864+ 9388+ 2620+ 2791 | 19:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h39 | 21:53 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1864+ 9264+ 4120 · 5743 | 19:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 22:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
9388+ 2870 | 19:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h35 | 22:02 Leuven station | 1 change | |
2466 · 1175+ 9264+ 4120 | 19:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 22:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
2466 · 1175+ 9264+ 4120 | 19:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 22:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9568+ 4543+ 2792 | 20:03 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h50 | 22:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9568+ 2871 | 20:03 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h59 | 23:02 Leuven station | 1 change | |
3568+ 9268+ 4121 | 20:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h10 | 23:17 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
1868+ 9268+ 4121 | 20:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h03 | 23:17 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
2470 · 1179+ 9268+ 4121 | 20:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h43 | 23:17 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9398+ 2872 | 21:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 0:02 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9398+ 2872 | 21:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h35 | 0:02 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9512+ 2607+ 2778 | 6:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 8:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3512 · 1123+ 9212+ 4107 | 6:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 9:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
3512 · 1123+ 9212+ 4107 | 6:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 9:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9310+ 407 | 6:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 8:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9310+ 407 | 6:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 8:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9310+ 2857+ 5730 | 6:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 9:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
9310+ 2607+ 2778 | 6:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h43 | 8:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9212+ 4107 · 5730+ 1812 | 6:12 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h11 | 9:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
1812+ 9310+ 2607+ 2778 | 6:12 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h41 | 8:53 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1812+ 9310+ 407 | 6:12 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h43 | 8:55 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9714 · 1123+ 9212+ 4107 | 6:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 9:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1123+ 9212+ 4107 · 5730 | 6:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 9:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9516+ 2608+ 2779 | 7:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 9:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3516 · 1127+ 9216+ 4108 | 7:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 10:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
3516 · 1127+ 9216+ 4108 | 7:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 10:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9416+ 408 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 9:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9316+ 408 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 9:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9316+ 408 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 9:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9316+ 2858+ 5731 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 10:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
9416+ 2858+ 5731 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 10:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
9416+ 2608+ 2779 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h43 | 9:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9316+ 2608+ 2779 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h43 | 9:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9416+ 408 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 9:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
1816+ 9416+ 2608+ 2779 | 7:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h39 | 9:53 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1816+ 9316+ 2608+ 2779 | 7:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h39 | 9:53 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9216+ 4108 · 5731+ 1816 | 7:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 10:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
1816+ 9316+ 408 | 7:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h41 | 9:55 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
1816+ 9416+ 408 | 7:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h41 | 9:55 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9416+ 408 | 7:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h28 | 9:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9316+ 408 | 7:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h28 | 9:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
2418 · 1127+ 9216+ 4108 | 7:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 10:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1127+ 9216+ 4108 · 5731 | 7:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 10:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9520+ 2609+ 2780 | 8:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 10:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3520 · 1131+ 9220+ 4109 | 8:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 11:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
3520 · 1131+ 9220+ 4109 | 8:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 11:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9322+ 2609+ 2780 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h43 | 10:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9322+ 409 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 10:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9322+ 2859+ 5732 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 11:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
9322+ 409 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 10:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9220+ 4109 · 5732+ 1820 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 11:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
1820+ 9322+ 409 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h41 | 10:55 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
1820+ 9322+ 2609+ 2780 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h39 | 10:53 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9322+ 409 | 8:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h28 | 10:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
1131+ 9220+ 4109 · 5732 | 8:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 11:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
2422 · 1131+ 9220+ 4109 | 8:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 11:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
3524 · 1135+ 9224+ 4110 | 9:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 12:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
3524 · 1135+ 9224+ 4110 | 9:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 12:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
2426 · 1135+ 9224+ 4110 | 9:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 12:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1135+ 9224+ 4110 · 5733 | 9:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 12:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9528+ 2611+ 2782 | 10:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 12:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9528+ 411 | 10:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h51 | 12:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9528+ 2861+ 5734 | 10:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h19 | 13:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
3528 · 1139+ 9228+ 4111 | 10:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 13:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
3528 · 1139+ 9228+ 4111 | 10:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 13:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9228+ 4111 · 5734+ 1828 | 10:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 13:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
1828+ 9228+ 4111 | 10:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h00 | 13:14 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
2430 · 1139+ 9228+ 4111 | 10:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 13:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1139+ 9228+ 4111 · 5734 | 10:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 13:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9532+ 2612+ 2783 | 11:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 13:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3532 · 1143+ 9232+ 4112 | 11:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 14:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
3532 · 1143+ 9232+ 4112 | 11:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 14:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9340+ 2612+ 2783 | 11:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h43 | 13:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9340+ 412 | 11:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 13:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9340+ 2862+ 5735 | 11:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 14:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
9340+ 412 | 11:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 13:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
1832+ 9340+ 2612+ 2783 | 11:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h39 | 13:53 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9232+ 4112 · 5735+ 1832 | 11:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 14:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
1832+ 9340+ 412 | 11:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h41 | 13:55 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9340+ 412 | 11:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h28 | 13:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
1143+ 9232+ 4112 · 5735 | 11:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 14:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
2434 · 1143+ 9232+ 4112 | 11:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 14:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9536+ 2613+ 2784 | 12:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 14:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9536+ 413 | 12:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h51 | 14:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9536+ 2863+ 5736 | 12:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h19 | 15:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
3536 · 1147+ 9236+ 4113 | 12:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 15:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
3536 · 1147+ 9236+ 4113 | 12:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 15:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
1836+ 9236+ 4113 | 12:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h00 | 15:14 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9236+ 4113 · 5736+ 1836 | 12:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 15:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
1147+ 9236+ 4113 · 5736 | 12:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 15:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
2438 · 1147+ 9236+ 4113 | 12:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 15:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9540+ 2614+ 2785 | 13:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 15:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3540 · 1151+ 9240+ 4114 | 13:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 16:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
3540 · 1151+ 9240+ 4114 | 13:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 16:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9352+ 414 | 13:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 15:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9352+ 2614+ 2785 | 13:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h43 | 15:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9352+ 2864+ 5737 | 13:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 16:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
9352+ 414 | 13:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h45 | 15:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
1840+ 9352+ 2614+ 2785 | 13:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h39 | 15:53 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9240+ 4114 · 5737+ 1840 | 13:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 16:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
1840+ 9352+ 414 | 13:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h41 | 15:55 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
9352+ 414 | 13:27 Schiphol Airport | 2h28 | 15:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
2442 · 1151+ 9240+ 4114 | 13:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 16:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1151+ 9240+ 4114 · 5737 | 13:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 16:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
9544+ 2865+ 5738 | 14:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h19 | 17:23 Heverlee | 2 changes | |
9544+ 415 | 14:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h51 | 16:55 Leuven station | 1 change | |
9544+ 2615+ 2786 | 14:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 16:53 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
3544 · 1155+ 9244+ 4115 | 14:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h16 | 17:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
3544 · 1155+ 9244+ 4115 | 14:07 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h07 | 17:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
9244+ 4115 · 5738+ 1844 | 14:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h09 | 17:23 Heverlee | 3 changes | |
1844+ 9244+ 4115 | 14:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h00 | 17:14 Leuven station | 2 changes | |
2446 · 1155+ 9244+ 4115 | 14:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h40 | 17:14 Leuven station | 3 changes | |
1155+ 9244+ 4115 · 5738 | 14:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2h49 | 17:23 Heverlee | 4 changes | |
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Discover the best of Leuven — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leuven trip today.
City museum in a historic building opposite Saint Peter’s Church, presenting Leuven’s art, history and changing urban story.
Museum inside Park Abbey exploring religion, art and heritage through objects linked to faith, ritual and monastic life.
University museum combining science, culture and academic heritage, with engaging displays that suit curious visitors and families.
Leuven’s main square, framed by the town hall, church and cafés, ideal for architecture, people-watching and first impressions.
Long botanical garden with themed plant collections, ponds and greenhouses, offering a calm walk close to the historic centre.
Lively old square and surrounding lanes known for student life and handsome guild houses, especially atmospheric in the evening.
A strong amber abbey beer traditionally brewed in Leuven. It is one of the city’s signature drinks and closely linked to local brewing history.
A crisp Belgian pilsner originally from Leuven and still strongly associated with the city. It is a classic local beer to try with pub food.
Belgian chips twice-fried for a crisp exterior and fluffy centre, commonly served with mayonnaise. A beloved everyday local street food.
Established restaurant focusing on seasonal Belgian-French cooking in an intimate, more formal setting suited to a longer dinner.
Historic beer hall in the city centre known for a huge Belgian beer selection and classic Flemish dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Stylish brasserie beside the Park Abbey site, serving refined Belgian and French dishes with a calm atmosphere and terrace seating.
Moderate for Belgium: rooms, dining and drinks are cheaper than Brussels, but tourist stays and central eating out still add up; local buses are fairly affordable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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The most popular day trips by train from Leuven are Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, Bruges and Liège. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Leuven on Omio.

Brussels mixes stately squares and Art Nouveau buildings with a relaxed café culture and multilingual character. Known as Belgium’s capital and a hub of European politics, it is also closely associated with waffles, chocolate and comic art.
There are 68 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 14m.

Antwerp is known for diamonds, fashion and the baroque legacy of Rubens. Its compact centre pairs grand guild houses and lively squares with a creative, modern waterfront.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 37m.

Ghent is known for its canals, medieval centre and lively student atmosphere. Historic quays, Gravensteen and Saint Bavo's Cathedral give the city a cultured yet relaxed character.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 54m.

Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 1h 22m.

Liège is a lively Walloon city on the Meuse, known for its industrial heritage and strong food culture. Historic streets, busy markets and the Montagne de Bueren give it an energetic, down-to-earth character.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 31m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam 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.

Most Amsterdam to Leuven trains use the Amsterdam Zuid to Leuven station pair, with some services arriving at Heverlee. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Leuven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid 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 options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Schiphol Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Grand Café Plaza, Café Rembrandt, Bubbles Seafood & Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol Airport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schiphol Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schiphol Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schiphol Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol Airport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel, Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, CitizenM Schiphol Airport.
Leuven is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: De Klimop, Domus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leuven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leuven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leuven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leuven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leuven: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Royale, Park Inn by Radisson Leuven, Hotel Mille Colonnes.
Heverlee is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Heverlee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Heverlee.
ATMs are available at Heverlee.
Available at Heverlee: Parking, WC.
Available at Heverlee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heverlee.
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