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The city’s leading art museum in a noble palace, showing European works from medieval painting to the nineteenth century in elegant historic rooms.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuven to Prague will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
To travel from Leuven to Prague you need to make at least 4 changes.
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Trains from Leuven to Prague run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:14, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 693 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 693 km |
Average train duration 9h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 8h 55m |
First train 3:14 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leuven to Prague.
The table below shows live departures for Leuven to Prague trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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R 3057 · IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 623 | 8:02 Heverlee | 12h19 | 20:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 changes | |
R 3057 · IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 690 | On time 8:02 Heverlee | 11h13 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 5 changes | |
IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 | On time 8:37 Leuven station | 10h38 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 4 changes | |
IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 623 · 3571 | 8:37 Leuven station | 11h44 | 20:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 1651 · rj 385 | 8:37 Leuven station | 12h48 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
IC 506 · ICE 13 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 | 8:37 Leuven station | 10h38 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 4 changes | |
R 3059 · IC 508 · ICE 15 · ICE 598 | On time 10:02 Heverlee | 11h23 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 changes | |
IC 508 · ICE 15 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 | On time 10:34 Leuven station | 10h51 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
IC 508 · ICE 15 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 | 10:34 Leuven station | 10h51 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 311 · ICE 519 · ICE 1653 · rj 179 | On time 11:49 Leuven station | 11h42 | 23:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
IC 510 · ICE 315 · ICE 596 · IC 2047 | 12:34 Leuven station | 10h57 | 23:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
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The city’s leading art museum in a noble palace, showing European works from medieval painting to the nineteenth century in elegant historic rooms.
A major modern and contemporary art venue with Czech and international works. The trade fair palace setting suits large exhibitions and bold installations.
A private museum focused on Czech and central European modern art. It combines strong permanent displays with temporary exhibitions in a central location.
The heart of historic Prague, filled with merchant houses, churches and lively public space. It is ideal for first-time visitors and evening atmosphere.
A broad boulevard of shops, hotels and major buildings. It is a useful base for city walks and an important setting in modern Czech history.
A landscaped hilltop park with orchards, paths and one of Prague’s finest sunset views. It feels local, relaxed and well away from the busiest crowds.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually with bread dumplings. A classic Czech Sunday dish strongly associated with Bohemian home cooking.
Roast pork with sauerkraut and bread or potato dumplings. It is one of the most traditional hearty Czech pub and family meals.
Goulash in the Czech style, usually beef, onions and paprika, often served with bread dumplings. A staple of Prague pubs and traditional kitchens.
Stylish restaurant focused on updated Czech cuisine and Czech wines, with a polished but relaxed atmosphere close to the city centre.
Well-known Lokál branch for Pilsner, svíčková and pub staples, with a busy modern beer-hall atmosphere in central Prague.
Long-established venue known for roast meats, Czech specialities and beer, with striking Art Nouveau interiors by Municipal House.
Moderate for Europe. Beer, casual meals and public transport are good value, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more than in many Central European cities.
Tip around 5-10% in restaurants if service is good, often by rounding up. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or rounding up is usual.
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Praha hlavní nádraží -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leuven to Prague trains use the Leuven to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Leuven and Prague 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.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží 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: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice 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 Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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