Stuttgart to Leuven by train

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Overview: trains from Stuttgart to Leuven

Find the key information for travelling by train from Stuttgart to Leuven, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:16 View journey
Last train 23:13 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 396
Trains / day 36 View all
Cheapest journey £62.74 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 57m
Train operators 16

Stuttgart to Leuven train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Stuttgart to Leuven by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stuttgart to Leuven take around 4 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 396 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stuttgart is scheduled to depart at around  00:16. The last departure is usually at around 21:51 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stuttgart at around 00:16, with the last train leaving at around 23:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 36 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £62.74.

We think any time is a great time to visit Leuven, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Leuven.

Is there a direct train from Stuttgart to Leuven?

The journey between Stuttgart and Leuven usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Stuttgart to Leuven?

The Stuttgart to Leuven train travel takes about 4 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stuttgart to Leuven train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leuven leaving Stuttgart at around 00:16 and the last train leaving at around 21:51 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stuttgart at around 00:16, with the final departure at 23:13.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.