- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£52
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£87
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
2 h 10 m
Trains on 01 Sept
31
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuven to Paris will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Leuven to Paris you need to make at least one change.
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9310Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £173.
Distance: 281 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£78 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £173 Average Price |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Leuven to Paris trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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3637+ 9364 | 16:20 Leuven station | 2h28 | 18:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3637+ 9464 | 16:20 Leuven station | 2h28 | 18:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3638+ 9370 | 17:21 Leuven station | 2h24 | 19:45 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1539+ 9474 | 17:58 Leuven station | 2h19 | 20:17 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3639+ 9376 | 18:21 Leuven station | 2h19 | 20:40 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3639+ 9476 | 18:21 Leuven station | 2h19 | 20:40 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3640+ 9382 | 19:21 Leuven station | 2h23 | 21:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1541+ 9486 | 20:00 Leuven station | 2h19 | 22:19 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3641+ 9388 | 20:21 Leuven station | 2h22 | 22:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
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527+ 9302 | 5:36 Leuven station | 2h29 | 8:05 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
527+ 9302 | 5:36 Leuven station | 2h29 | 8:05 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3627+ 9304 | 6:21 Leuven station | 2h14 | 8:35 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1528+ 9308 | 6:57 Leuven station | 2h13 | 9:10 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
7400+ 9410 | 7:28 Leuven station | 2h11 | 9:39 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
7400+ 9310 | 7:28 Leuven station | 2h11 | 9:39 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1529+ 9414 | 7:57 Leuven station | 2h08 | 10:05 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1529+ 9314 | 7:57 Leuven station | 2h08 | 10:05 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
7401+ 9316 | 8:28 Leuven station | 2h20 | 10:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
7401+ 9416 | 8:28 Leuven station | 2h20 | 10:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3630+ 9422 | 9:21 Leuven station | 2h22 | 11:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3630+ 9322 | 9:21 Leuven station | 2h22 | 11:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1531+ 9326 | 9:58 Leuven station | 2h18 | 12:16 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1531+ 9426 | 9:58 Leuven station | 2h18 | 12:16 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3631+ 9328 | 10:21 Leuven station | 2h23 | 12:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3631+ 9428 | 10:21 Leuven station | 2h23 | 12:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1533+ 9338 | 11:58 Leuven station | 2h13 | 14:11 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3633+ 9440 | 12:21 Leuven station | 2h18 | 14:39 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3633+ 9340 | 12:21 Leuven station | 2h18 | 14:39 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1535+ 9450 | 13:58 Leuven station | 2h11 | 16:09 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
3635+ 9352 | 14:21 Leuven station | 2h23 | 16:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
1537+ 9362 | 15:59 Leuven station | 2h13 | 18:12 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
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Trains from Leuven to Paris run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 22:30 |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Paris Gare du Nord -> Châtelet–Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leuven to Paris trains use the Leuven to Paris Gare du Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Leuven and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Wijgmaal is 5 km from Leuven city centre. Public transport options include:
Wijgmaal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wijgmaal.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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