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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Esher to Leeds
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Esher to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Esher to Leeds will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 4 trains that leave Esher for Leeds every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 27 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 coach and train for Esher to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Esher 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 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 281 km
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3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Esher to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Esher to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:55 Esher | 4h27 | 10:22 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Esher to Leeds
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Trains from Esher to Leeds run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:11, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 02:11 |
Last train 21:31 |
Train companies: LNER from Esher to Leeds trainsLNER trains will get you between Esher and Leeds from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Esher to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Esher 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Esher and Leeds
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:00 Sunday 09:00 - 13:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access to both platforms via the Racecourse entrance only. There is a long and steep ramp of up to 1:7 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo). There is a long and steep ramp of up to 1:4 gradient to Platform 4 (for trains towards Woking). There is no step-free access via the main entrance. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The unisex toilets are located on platform 4, outside the ticket office.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road (B3379) by Station Entrance
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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
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