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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Göttingen to Leuven
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €105
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €105
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 5 h 3 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 5 h 3 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 8
- Distance
- 372 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Leuven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Leuven will cost around €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €105.
It's difficult to get from Göttingen to Leuven without transferring at least 2 times.
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2:53 AM 6h37 Göttingen 9:30 AM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers6:27 AM 5h03 Göttingen 11:30 AM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers8:28 AM 5h04 Göttingen 1:32 PM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers10:27 AM 5h03 Göttingen 3:30 PM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers12:27 PM 5h03 Göttingen 5:30 PM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers
6:27 AM 5h03 Göttingen 11:30 AM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers10:27 AM 5h03 Göttingen 3:30 PM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers12:27 PM 5h03 Göttingen 5:30 PM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers2:27 PM 5h03 Göttingen 7:30 PM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers8:28 AM 5h04 Göttingen 1:32 PM Leuven €105 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Leuven
Germany
Belgium
Trains from Göttingen to Leuven run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 372 km distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 372 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Live departures
Göttingen to Leuven train times
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Leuven trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 ICE 586 · IC 2444 · 26438 · 18982 | On time 6:59 PM Göttingen station | 13h00 | 7:59 AM Heverlee | 7 transfers | |
| ICE 586 · IC 2444 · 26438 · 18982 | On time 6:59 PM Göttingen station | 12h33 | 7:32 AM Leuven station | 6 transfers | |
| ICE 79 · IC 60402 · ICE 312 · IC 5729 | 10:29 PM Göttingen station | 9h54 | 8:23 AM Heverlee | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 79 · IC 60402 · ICE 312 | On time 10:29 PM Göttingen station | 9h42 | 8:11 AM Leuven station | 2 transfers | |
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Göttingen and Leuven
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FAQs: Trains from Göttingen to Leuven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen to Leuven 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 Leuven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Göttingen to Leuven
Most Göttingen to Leuven trains use the Göttingen to Leuven station pair, with some services arriving at Heverlee. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Leuven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Göttingen station do trains to Leuven leave from?
Getting to Göttingen from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen train station facilities and services
Göttingen 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: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
Which Leuven station do trains from Göttingen arrive at?
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.
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