The cheapest and fastest trains from Huddersfield to Leeds
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Huddersfield to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Huddersfield to Leeds will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 6 trains that leave Huddersfield for Leeds every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
NT351900 · G92071
L37172
L36626
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C43809
L37172
C43632
L36626
L36745
C43809Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Huddersfield to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Huddersfield to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £2.
Distance: 23 km
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Live departures
Huddersfield to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Huddersfield to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C43632 | On time 06:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h20 | 06:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36745 | On time 06:13 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h22 | 06:35 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L37172 | On time 06:28 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h19 | 06:47 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C43809 | On time 06:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h27 | 07:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
NT351900 · G92071 | On time 06:55 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h10 | 08:05 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
L36626 | On time 07:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 07:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Huddersfield to Leeds
Trains from Huddersfield to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 18m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Huddersfield to Leeds trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Huddersfield and Leeds from £2. 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 Huddersfield to Leeds: Journey Details
Catching the train from Huddersfield to Leeds is simple. Regular departures throughout the week from Huddersfield Station are operated by Northern Rail. The earliest departure is in the early hours of the morning and the last trains from Huddersfield to Leeds leaves after midnight, with at least one train per hour every day of the week. The journey time between the two cities is just 20 minutes on the faster services.
Taking the Train from Huddersfield
Huddersfield Station is a grand Victorian building in the town's St George's Square. The station is well served by local buses, including the 202 - which runs from 6:00 a.m. until just before midnight every day. It's easy to walk to the station from the city centre. Just walk along Westgate and take the Railway Street turning. Getting from the centre to your train will take around 15 minutes. As the buses stop at midnight, if you plan to catch the last train of the day, taxis are a good idea.
Getting into Leeds by Train
Regarded by many people as the cultural centre of Yorkshire, Leeds is a vibrant, energetic town with great nightlife and museums to explore with exhibits that deal with the city's rich industrial past. There are also sporting attractions throughout the year, from Test Matches to rugby league fixtures. Trains from Huddersfield to Leeds arrive at the main station, which is located at the heart of the city centre. To get to Elland Road, catch bus 55 or take buses 19 or 19A to Headingley Carnegie Stadium to watch the cricket. Buses also depart every 10 minutes for the Leeds University Campus.
FAQs: Huddersfield to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield and Leeds
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access the subway and platforms 4 to 8. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located on Platform 8. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 4A. Ladies and Gents toilets are also located on Platform 1, near the top of the stairs. The National key toilets are located on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Toilets at Huddersfield station are open 0700 - 1400 Monday to Saturday.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The Cycle Hub storage facility is located on Platform 1. Information about travelling with your cycle on TransPennine Express trains is available here Information about travelling with your cycle on Northern trains is available here
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches pick up / drop off from Stand S1 which is located outside the entrance to the station on St Georges Square.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step-free access to platform via short ramp from car park.
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the main road ( Lockwood Road) adjacent to the School / post office at service bus stops (21510/1) a little walk from the station. Limited access to the station due to height restriction. (Station side for Huddersfield, opposite side for Penistone)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the layby/Bus stop on Cottingley Drive (10325/10325)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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