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Trip Summary
There are 28 daily trains from Leuven to Melle. Traveling by train from Leuven to Melle usually takes around 7 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 5 hours and 49 minutes.
| Distance | 181 mi (291 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 49m |
| Lowest price | £46.70 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Leuven to Melle?
There are 3 train lines with service from Leuven to Melle. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 14 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 4 | 8h 6m | £63.74 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 10 | 7h 41m | £61.10 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 6h 13m | £66.47 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Leuven to Melle start from £56, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Melle. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Leuven leaves from Heverlee and one other station. And in Melle trains arrive at Westerhausen .
From Leuven to Melle train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Melle faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 49 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Leuven and Melle is approximately 181 miles, or 291 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 49 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Leuven to Melle on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Leuven at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 28 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Melle to Leuven.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Leuven?
Main departure station: Wijgmaal
There are two stations in Leuven where you can board the train to Melle.
All train stations in Leuven:
Wijgmaal
Heverlee
Where is the train station in Melle?
Main arrival station: Westerhausen
Melle has one train station.
Train stations in Melle:
Westerhausen
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