Leeds to London train with London North Eastern Railway
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C65991W46241Leeds to London train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Railway W46241 | 11:39AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h28 | 03:07PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
| East Midlands Railway C65991 | 12:11PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h25 | 03:36PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
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Fastest train times from Leeds to London
Fastest Journey
3 h 25 m
Average
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
272 km
It's difficult to get from Leeds to London without transferring at least once.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to London
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Train providers 5 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train providers: East Coast, Grand Central Trains and East Midlands Trains trains Leeds to London
East Coast, Grand Central Trains and East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Leeds and London from €31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Train information from Leeds to London with East Coast:
- Average Duration: 2 h 13 min
- Cheapest Price: €31
- East Coast frequency: 25 a day
Trains from Leeds to London
Leeds might be an important northern city with its own designer shopping outlets, vibrant nightlife and diverse dining scene, but sometimes the capital calls. For business travelers or city break vacationers heading south, direct trains from Leeds to London offer frequent, fast connections seven days a week. Journey times from Yorkshire to London King's Cross are around two hours for the fastest services, with departures from early morning to late evening. Indirect routes offer additional travel options.
Which train companies travel from Leeds to London?
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) provides daily direct trains from Leeds to London King's Cross Station. In addition, East Midlands Trains operate direct services to London St Pancras. Indirect connections involve taking Northern Rail or Transpennine Express services to York, connecting with LNER or Grand Central Trains departures south to London.
How long is the train from Leeds to London?
The fastest connection on the 197-mile trip south to London is an LNER departure to London King's Cross taking one hour and 59 minutes to reach the capital. Most direct trains take at least 15 minutes longer. East Midlands Trains services to London St Pancras take three hours and 36 minutes. Indirect connections take from two hours and 30 minutes to over three hours.
How many trains are there from Leeds to London?
The LNER timetable provides direct trains from Leeds to London every half hour from early morning to mid-evening. The East Midlands Trains schedule has two daily direct trains, with early morning departure times. Indirect connections via York depart hourly from Leeds, from early morning to late evening. Sunday services are reduced, with roughly hourly direct LNER trains.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Leeds to London?
Departure train station: Leeds Station is on the south side of the city center, connected by CityBus services and local routes stopping on New Station Street. The station facilities include a bakery, book store, food supermarket, cycle hire, pharmacy, pub and taxi stands.
Arrival train station:London King's Cross and St Pancras stations are located on the northern side of central London, served by bus routes stopping on Euston Road and Underground trains on six lines. The station concourses offer international restaurants, coffee shops, food supermarkets, news vendors, book stores, free WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Trains from Leeds to London
Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Kings Cross, located 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre.
Popular train stations from Leeds to London
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- 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
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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