The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 2 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Leeds station (LDS) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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 coach for East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 286 km
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3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W59412+ C40784 | On time 06:03 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h18 | 09:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W60203+ Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+ C40784 | On time 06:06 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h15 | 09:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
G83647+ C40786 | On time 06:45 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h04 | 09:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W59632+ Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+ Y11767 | On time 07:03 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h19 | 10:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
G83655+ C40791 | On time 07:45 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h04 | 10:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W59421+ C40792 | On time 08:03 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h18 | 11:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 09:15. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 09:15 |
Train companies: LNER, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsLNER, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Leeds station (LDS) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Leeds station (LDS)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
- 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
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