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Five ways to Travel from Dortmund to Leuven

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Cheapest
By car (242 km)
2 h 23 min
242 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
2 h 23 min
242 km.
from $9.21
Train
4 h 19 min
204 km.
from $122.02
Bus via Maastricht
5 h 35 min
204 km.
from $32.20
Train via Cologne
4 h 25 min
204 km.
from $102

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99
Bus from Maastricht to Leuven
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Dortmund - Bus Station to Brussels
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.72–$38.17

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.34–$127.23
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.53–$69.97
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.80–$101.78
Train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.80–$101.78

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.62–$55.98
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$27.99–$31.81
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$38.17–$43.26
Train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$38.17–$43.26

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvain
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.54–$13.99

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$38.17–$54.71
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.17–$35.62

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$25.45
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Leuven?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Leuven is to bus via Maastricht which costs $26.09 - $38.04 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Leuven?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Leuven is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund station to Leuven station. However, there are services departing from Dortmund central bus station and arriving at Leuven Station via Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Louvain via Aachen Hbf and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Leuven?

The distance between Dortmund and Leuven is 311 km. The road distance is 243 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Leuven without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $31.52 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Leuven?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Dortmund to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Leuven bus from?

Dortmund to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Leuven train from?

Dortmund to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Leuven?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Leuven is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $31.52 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $41.30 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Dortmund to Leuven bus arrive?

Dortmund to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Dortmund to Leuven train arrive?

Dortmund to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Leuven is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Dortmund to Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Leuven?

Book your Dortmund to Leuven train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Leuven?

Book your Dortmund to Leuven bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leuven?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Leuven. Prices start at $40.23 per night.
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