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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuven to Munich
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
8 h 2 m
Average duration
8 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
582 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuven to Munich will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leuven for Munich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 582 km distance in an average of 8 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 46 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.
8:038h26Leuven16:29Munich£691One-way0 changes- 7:278h02Leuven15:29Munich£841One-way0 changes
- 6:278h02Leuven14:29Munich£1041One-way0 changes
- 19:2711h46Leuven7:13Munich£1371One-way0 changes
- 8:278h02Leuven16:29Munich£1671One-way0 changes
- 7:278h02Leuven15:29Munich£841One-way0 changes
- 8:278h02Leuven16:29Munich£1671One-way0 changes
- 6:278h02Leuven14:29Munich£1041One-way0 changes
- 8:038h26Leuven16:29Munich£691One-way0 changes
- 19:2711h46Leuven7:13Munich£1371One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leuven to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £33.
Distance: 582 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£126 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leuven to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuven to Munich trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 3057 · IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 29 | On time 8:02 Heverlee | 9h38 | 17:40 Munich Hbf | 4 changes | |
| R 3057 · IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 625 | On time 8:02 Heverlee | 8h11 | 16:13 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 29 · ICE 919 | On time 8:30 Leuven station | 9h10 | 17:40 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 625 | On time 8:30 Leuven station | 7h43 | 16:13 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuven to Munich
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Trains from Leuven to Munich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 582 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 582 km |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 0:54 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Leuven to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Leuven and Munich from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SNCB
FAQs: Leuven to Munich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leuven and Munich
Most Leuven to Munich trains use the Leuven to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Isartor. Use this guide to compare Leuven and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leuven station do trains to Munich leave from?
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.
Which Munich station do trains from Leuven arrive at?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Isartor from Munich city centre
München Isartor train station facilities and services
München Isartor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ratskeller, Speiserei Volksbad, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Isartor. ATMs are available at München Isartor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Isartor. Information desks are available at München Isartor.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Isartor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Isartor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Isartor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Isartor.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel München City, Hilton Munich City, Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum, Unsöld's Factory Hotel.
München Marienplatz train station facilities and services
München Marienplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ratskeller, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Marienplatz. ATMs are available at München Marienplatz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Marienplatz. Information desks are available at München Marienplatz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Marienplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Marienplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Marienplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Marienplatz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Unsöld's Factory Hotel, Hotel Domus, Hotel Mercure München Altstadt, Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude.
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