Leuven to Munich train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuven to Munich

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£121

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£140

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

6 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

7 h 6 m

Trains on 05 Sept

7

Distance

582 km

Cheap tickets

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 £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £121.

Fast trains

To travel from Leuven to Munich you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 623
    8:276h47
    Leuven station
    15:14Munich Hbf
    £1211One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 504 · ICE 11 · ICE 529
    6:256h48
    Leuven station
    13:13Munich Hbf
    £1351One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnR 3057 · IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 2013
    8:028h27
    Heverlee
    16:29Munich Hbf
    £1441One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 2013 · ICE 517
    8:278h02
    Leuven station
    16:29Munich Hbf
    £1441One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 504 · ICE 11 · IC 2040 · ICE 515
    6:258h04
    Leuven station
    14:29Munich Hbf
    £1441One-way
    3 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 an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £103.

Distance: 582 km

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Train
Coach
Flight
Driving

£103

Average Price

£41

Average Price

Cheapest

£92

Average Price

£105

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 44m

Average total duration

6h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

12h 27m

Average total duration

11h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 8m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 3.5kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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FlixBus

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Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leuven to Munich is a coach with an average price of £41.

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

A coach is £51 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leuven to Munich costing on average £92.

A coach is £62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuven to Munich costing on average £103.

The fastest way to travel from Leuven to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 14m.

Coach takes on average 11h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leuven and Munich including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 54m faster (6h 14m by train vs 7h 8m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£103 vs £105). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Leuven to Munich train times

The table below shows live departures for Leuven to Munich trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 504 · ICE 11 · IC 2040 · ICE 515
On time
6:25 Leuven station
8h04
14:29 Munich Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 504 · ICE 11 · ICE 529
On time
6:25 Leuven station
6h48
13:13 Munich Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 3057 · IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 2013
On time
8:02 Heverlee
8h27
16:29 Munich Hbf
4 changes
Deutsche BahnR 3057 · IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 623
On time
8:02 Heverlee
7h10
15:12 Munich Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 623
On time
8:27 Leuven station
6h47
15:14 Munich Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 2013 · ICE 517
On time
8:27 Leuven station
8h02
16:29 Munich Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 623
On time
8:27 Leuven station
6h45
15:12 Munich Hbf
2 changes

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Leuven to Munich.
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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 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 582 km distance in 6h 42m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £27
Distance
582 km
Average train duration
6h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£67
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
6h 42m
First train
0:54
Last train
23:28
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £27

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Leuven to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Leuven and Munich from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
6h 42m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£67
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCB Duration
10h 16m
Cheapest SNCB Price
£64
SNCB frequency
1 a day

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Things to do in Munich

Discover the best of Munich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Munich trip today.

  • Must visit

Deutsches Museum

Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.

  • Must visit

Alte Pinakothek

Major art museum showing European paintings from the Middle Ages to the Rococo, including many celebrated masters.

  • Recommended

Pinakothek der Moderne

Leading modern art museum with works from classic modernism to contemporary pieces in a spacious, light-filled building.

Euro (€)

Munich is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel, dining and central transport costs, though day tickets and budget eats help manage spending.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service. Tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving coins on the table.

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leuven to Munich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £67, while the average price tends to be around £103.
The train journey from Leuven to Munich covers a distance of 582 km and takes approximately 6h 42m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Leuven to Munich is 582 km.
The first train from Leuven to Munich leaves at 0:54.
The last train from Leuven to Munich departs at 23:28.
Trains from Leuven to Munich run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leuven to Munich.
To get from Leuven to Munich, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Leuven to Munich.
The train station in Leuven that goes to Munich is Leuven station, and it arrives at Munich Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Munich is by coach, costing approximately £27.
Booking trains from Leuven to Munich in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leuven to Munich offers a mix of scenic views, including rolling countryside, charming villages, and glimpses of the Rhine Valley, making parts of the trip picturesque, especially during daylight hours.
A day trip from Leuven to Munich is not feasible, as the journey takes 6h 42m each way. The distance is 582 km, and there are 8 trains available per day.
In Munich, you can enjoy traditional Bavarian food and live music at the famous Hofbräuhaus, explore the latest BMW models and interactive exhibits at BMW Welt, visit the modern Allianz Arena, home to FC Bayern Munich, and admire the lavish rooms and treasury of the Munich Residenz. Olympiapark offers sports facilities and panoramic views from the Olympic Tower. For best sights, visit Marienplatz for its historic buildings and Glockenspiel show, the stunning Nymphenburg Palace with its gardens, the expansive English Garden, the interactive Deutsches Museum, and the vibrant Viktualienmarkt offering local and international delicacies.
Three to four days in Munich is typically enough to explore its main attractions, including Marienplatz, the English Garden, and Nymphenburg Palace, while also enjoying local cuisine and culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Leuven to Munich.

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 Ost. 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.

Departure train stations in Leuven
Arrival train stations in Munich

Which Leuven station do trains to Munich leave from?

Trains from Leuven to Munich leave from Leuven. The station is 1 km from Leuven city centre at Martelarenplein 16, 3000 Leuven, Belgium.
LeuvenMartelarenplein 16, 3000 Leuven, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Leuven from Leuven city centre

Leuven is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus1, 2, 3, 4, 5a, 5b, 4b, 40, 41, 42, 43, 406, 520, 524, 525, 597, N1, N2, N3, N4, N5, N6, N7, N8 · 8m · £3 · every ~49 min

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.

Heverlee3001 Leuven, BelgiumParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Heverlee from Leuven city centre

Heverlee is 1 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS20, L · 9m · £2 · every ~3 min

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.

Wijgmaal3018 Leuven, BelgiumAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Wijgmaal from Leuven city centre

Wijgmaal is 5 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainP, Ic, L · 5m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus4, 4b, N7 · 25m · £3 · every ~5 min
4, 4b, N7 · 28m · £3 · every ~5 min
4, 4b, N7 · 30m · £3 · every ~5 min

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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