Ellesmere Port to Leeds train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ellesmere Port to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 15 Nov

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

3 h 9 m

Average duration

3 h 9 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

106 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ellesmere Port to Leeds will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Ellesmere Port for Leeds every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 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.

Northern Rail (3)
05:333h09
Ellesmere Port
08:42Leeds
£171One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Ellesmere Port to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ellesmere Port to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 106 km

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£35

Average Price

£20

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Cheapest

2h 55m

Average total duration

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2h 25m

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7h 11m

Average total duration

6h 41m

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Ellesmere Port to Leeds train times

The table below shows live departures for Ellesmere Port to Leeds trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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northern_rail18:06 Ellesmere Port
2h36
20:42 Leeds0 changesdirect
Saturday 15 November
northern_rail05:33 Ellesmere Port
3h09
08:42 Leeds0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ellesmere Port to Leeds

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Trains from Ellesmere Port to Leeds run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:12, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 37m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
106 km
Average train duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 37m
First train
02:12
Last train
21:47
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Merseyrail from Ellesmere Port to Leeds trainsTransPennine Express, Merseyrail trains will get you between Ellesmere Port and Leeds from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Price
£62
TransPennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Merseyrail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
£43
Merseyrail frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Ellesmere Port to Leeds train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ellesmere Port 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.

FAQs
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit the Tudor-Jacobean Temple Newsam, which features beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging displays on the history of medicine. For cultural experiences, The Grand Theatre hosts a variety of performances, including opera, ballet, and musicals. For shopping, the Victoria Quarter is renowned for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Noteworthy sights include the Royal Armouries Museum with its vast collection of arms and armor, the Leeds Art Gallery showcasing British art, and Roundhay Park, one of Europe's largest city parks. Kirkstall Abbey and Harewood House provide historical and picturesque settings with impressive art collections and landscaped gardens.
A stay of two to three days is ideal to explore Leeds, allowing time to visit its museums, shop in its historic arcades, and enjoy the local dining scene.
The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Leeds is by train, costing approximately £13.
The cost of a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £35.
Booking trains from Ellesmere Port to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Ellesmere Port to Leeds is 106 km.
The train journey from Ellesmere Port to Leeds covers a distance of 106 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Ellesmere Port that goes to Leeds is Ellesmere Port station (ELP), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
The last train from Ellesmere Port to Leeds departs at 21:47.
The first train from Ellesmere Port to Leeds leaves at 2:12.
There is no night train service from Ellesmere Port to Leeds.
Trains from Ellesmere Port to Leeds run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ellesmere Port to Leeds.
Yes, you can take the train from Ellesmere Port to Leeds.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ellesmere Port to Leeds.
To get from Ellesmere Port to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ellesmere Port and Leeds

Ellesmere Port
Leeds
The major train station for departures in Ellesmere Port is Overpool. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Overpool for your trip from Ellesmere Port to Leeds.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” This station is unstaffed. You will need to book assistance in advance.
  • 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: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Overpool
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Overpool Road, Ellesmere Port, South Wirral
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 14:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed Sunday Closed Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access to the Liverpool platform from the car park is step free. Footbridge only to other platform. Please note, assistance can only be provided between 06.05 and 14.00 when station is staffed
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Operating hours only
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Ellesmere Port
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station

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