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Trip Summary
40 trains operate daily from Rottenburg to Leuven. The train trip from Rottenburg to Leuven is usually about 7 hours and 57 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 6 hours.
Distance | 252 mi (405 km) |
Fastest train | 6h 0m |
Lowest price | $58.76 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rottenburg to Leuven?
2 train services operate from Rottenburg to Leuven. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 35 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 35 | 8h 14m | $157.45 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 7h 4m | $172.88 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Rottenburg to Leuven start from $153, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Leuven. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Rottenburg leaves from Bieringen and 2 other stations. And in Leuven trains arrive at Wijgmaal and one other train station.
From Rottenburg to Leuven train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 4 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leuven faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 21 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Leuven.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Rottenburg and Leuven is approximately 252 miles, or 405 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 57 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours,
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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Rottenburg to Leuven. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Rottenburg at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 40 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 Leuven to Rottenburg.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rottenburg?
Main departure station: Ergenzingen
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Rottenburg where you can board the train.
All train stations in Rottenburg:
Ergenzingen
Bieringen
Kiebingen
Bad Niedernau
Where is the train station in Leuven?
Main arrival station: Wijgmaal
Leuven receives travelers from Rottenburg at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Leuven:
Wijgmaal
Heverlee
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