4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Huddersfield
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Huddersfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Huddersfield will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leeds for Huddersfield on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Huddersfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Huddersfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 23 km
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1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Huddersfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Huddersfield trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L36623 | On time 6:00 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h18 | 6:18 AM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36931 | On time 6:08 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h17 | 6:25 AM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36742 | On time 6:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h20 | 6:35 AM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G92078 · NT352000 | On time 6:17 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h08 | 7:25 AM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1 transfer | |
| L37215 | On time 6:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h17 | 6:47 AM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36816 | On time 6:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h20 | 7:05 AM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Huddersfield
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Trains from Leeds to Huddersfield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 17m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Leeds to Huddersfield trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Leeds and Huddersfield from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Leeds to Huddersfield: Journey Details
There are frequent direct trains from Leeds to Huddersfield, operated mainly by Transpennine Express, with a few departures on Northern Line routes. Journey time is approximately 30 minutes. Trains run infrequently in the early hours of the morning, however, after which there are up to 7 trains an hour. The last departure is at just before midnight, with a slightly reduced service on Sundays.
Taking the Train from Leeds
Trains from Leeds to Huddersfield depart from Leeds Central Station, which is a modern building situated in the centre of the city. Leeds has an extremely efficient and extensive bus network, operated by First Leeds. Regular buses run on routes around the city, to the airport, university campuses and surrounding towns and villages. First Bus operates frequent night routes throughout the week, supplemented by extra weekend services provided by the universities. Taxi ranks are located outside Leeds Central Station.
Getting into Huddersfield by Train
Huddersfield is a historic textile town with a huge amount of listed buildings and one of the finest station facades in the country. The station has two pubs, The Head of Steam and The King's Head, which can be accessed from Platform One. Trains from Leeds to Huddersfield arrive at Huddersfield Train Station, located in St George's Square in the town centre. Much of the city is pedestrianised and pleasant to explore on foot, while frequent buses, operated by the First Calderdale and Huddersfield Bus Group, circle the city centre and serve surrounding suburban areas and villages. A taxi rank is located outside the station entrance.
FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Huddersfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Leeds, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Leeds and Yeadon, Leeds Bradford Airport Bus. When arriving in Huddersfield, you can end your journey in train stations like Huddersfield and Huddersfield, Swan Lane North St.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, which is located around 0.2 miles (369 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Huddersfield, located 0.1 miles (136 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Huddersfield
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access the subway and platforms 4 to 8. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located on Platform 8. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 4A. Ladies and Gents toilets are also located on Platform 1, near the top of the stairs. The National key toilets are located on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Toilets at Huddersfield station are open 0700 - 1400 Monday to Saturday.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The Cycle Hub storage facility is located on Platform 1. Information about travelling with your cycle on TransPennine Express trains is available here Information about travelling with your cycle on Northern trains is available here
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches pick up / drop off from Stand S1 which is located outside the entrance to the station on St Georges Square.
ParkingTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the main road and a ramp.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Railway bridge above station (Whiteacre Street) at service bus stop (17281/2)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step-free access to platform via short ramp from car park.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the main road ( Lockwood Road) adjacent to the School / post office at service bus stops (21510/1) a little walk from the station. Limited access to the station due to height restriction. (Station side for Huddersfield, opposite side for Penistone)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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