How to get from Paris to Leuven
We compared flights, trains and buses from Paris to Leuven. Here is the most useful door to door route, with a recent price and the operators that actually run it.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
Cheapest, fastest or recommended?
| Price | Duration | Transfers | Transport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended | €70 | 13h 30m | 3 transfers | bus |
| Cheapest found | €53 | 11h 45m | 3 transfers | bus |
| Fastest found | €122 | 9h 53m | 3 transfers | train, bus |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
The journey, step by step
- 1busParis → BrusselsFlixBus
- 2busBrussels → MaastrichtRegional connection
- 3busMaastricht → Brussels SouthFlixBus
- 4busBrussels South → LeuvenFlixBus
How the trip works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Paris to Brussels, about 3h 20m. Transfer in Brussels and continue by Regional connection bus on to Maastricht (2h 8m). Transfer in Maastricht and continue by FlixBus bus on to Brussels South (1h 35m). Transfer in Brussels South and continue by FlixBus bus on to Leuven (45 min). In total it's roughly EUR 70 over 13h 30m, 3 transfers.
Who runs this route
The Paris to Leuven route is operated by FlixBus, Regional connection. You book directly with them; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Prices by travel date
The cheapest price we found for each upcoming date we checked.
Questions about Paris to Leuven
How long does Paris to Leuven take?
The most useful route takes about 13h 30m by bus.
How far is Leuven from Paris?
About 282 km in a straight line. The actual route on the ground or in the air is longer.
Can I get from Paris to Leuven without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 11h 45m.
Which operators run this route?
This route is run by FlixBus, Regional connection.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or a trusted partner. We never add a booking fee, so the price you see is the price you pay there.
Is there a cheaper way?
Often yes, on a flexible date or via a nearby airport. Run a live search to compare every option for your dates.