4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Leeds
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€15
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€75
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 9 m
Trains on Sep 17
35
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Leeds will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 35 trains from London to Leeds, including 35 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.
C020855:40 AM2h13London Kings Cross (KGX)7:53 AMLeeds station (LDS)€151One-way0 transfers- C020659:40 PM2h24London Kings Cross (KGX)12:04 AMLeeds station (LDS)€391One-way0 transfers
- C0202211:33 PM2h41London Kings Cross (KGX)2:14 AMLeeds station (LDS)€391One-way0 transfers
- G081609:08 PM2h20London Kings Cross (KGX)11:28 PMLeeds station (LDS)€391One-way0 transfers
- C0203510:40 PM2h44London Kings Cross (KGX)1:24 AMLeeds station (LDS)€391One-way0 transfers
- C021698:40 AM2h09London Kings Cross (KGX)10:49 AMLeeds station (LDS)€1101One-way0 transfers
- C021359:40 AM2h09London Kings Cross (KGX)11:49 AMLeeds station (LDS)€491One-way0 transfers
- C0208212:40 PM2h09London Kings Cross (KGX)2:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)€421One-way0 transfers
- C0212111:40 AM2h09London Kings Cross (KGX)1:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)€901One-way0 transfers
- C020762:40 PM2h09London Kings Cross (KGX)4:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)€591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 272 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€48 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Leeds:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Leeds costing on average €48.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 3m.
Live departures
London to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02085 | 5:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h13 | 7:53 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08076 | 6:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h18 | 8:18 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02149 | 6:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h10 | 8:50 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02087 | 7:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h11 | 9:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02083 | 7:39 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h10 | 9:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08084 | 8:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h12 | 10:22 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02169 | 8:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h09 | 10:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08088 | 9:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h11 | 11:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02135 | 9:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h09 | 11:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08095 | 10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h14 | 12:24 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02071 | 10:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h10 | 12:50 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08100 | 11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h11 | 1:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02121 | 11:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h09 | 1:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08106 | 12:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h11 | 2:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02082 | 12:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h09 | 2:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08112 | 1:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h11 | 3:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02129 | 1:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h09 | 3:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08117 | 2:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h12 | 4:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02076 | 2:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h09 | 4:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08124 | 3:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h11 | 5:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02088 | 3:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h09 | 5:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08131 | 4:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h18 | 6:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02020 | 4:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h10 | 6:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08135 | 5:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h13 | 7:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02098 | 5:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h10 | 7:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02128 | 6:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h16 | 8:19 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02132 | 6:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h12 | 8:51 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08149 | 7:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h17 | 9:25 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02112 | 7:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h10 | 9:50 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08153 | 8:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h12 | 10:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02124 | 8:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h21 | 11:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08160 | 9:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h20 | 11:28 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02065 | 9:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h24 | 12:04 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02035 | 10:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h44 | 1:24 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02022 | 11:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h41 | 2:14 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Leeds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Leeds run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from London to Leeds trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between London and Leeds from €8. 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 London to Leeds
There are regular daily direct rail connections from London King's Cross to Leeds. Departures are roughly every half hour on weekdays and Saturdays, with trains departing London from early morning through to late night. Indirect connections provide additional options, with one change required at York or Doncaster en route. The Sunday schedule is a little less frequent. It takes just over two hours for most direct journeys from London to the Yorkshire city.
Which train companies travel from London to Leeds?
LNER (London North Eastern Railway) - previously Virgin Trains East Cost - operates the direct trains between King's Cross and Leeds. Some additional indirect connections involve taking Grand Central Railway departures to York or Doncaster, connecting with TransPennine Express or Northern Rail trains to Leeds. East Midlands Trains also offer daily evening services to Leeds from London St Pancras.
How long is the train from London to Leeds?
Most direct trains and indirect connections from London King's Cross take around two hours and 15 minutes to complete the 200-mile route to Leeds. Sunday services can take a little longer. The East Midlands Trains direct services from St Pancras take between three and four hours, due to numerous stops en route.
How many trains are there from London to Leeds?
The weekday timetable offers departures from London to Leeds every half hour for most of the day, reverting to an hourly service in the evenings. The first train from London is just before 6:00 a.m. with a final departure just before midnight. The Sunday schedule begins a little later, with a first departure just before 9:00 a.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Leeds?
Departure train station: London King's Cross King's Cross Station is situated on the northern side of central London, with Underground connections on six lines, bus services from Euston Road and a taxi stand at the front of the station. East Midlands Trains departures are from St Pancras, adjacent to King's Cross.
Arrival train station: Leeds Leeds Station is situated a five-minute walk southwest of the city's central shopping area, served by local bus stops on Bishopgate Street and New Station Street. Facilities include a taxi stand, left luggage office, and a number of restaurants and shops.
FAQs: Trains from London to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Leeds
Most London to Leeds trains use the London Kings Cross to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare London and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley 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.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: 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.
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