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The cheapest and fastest trains from Huddersfield to Leeds
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
17 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
18 m
Trains on 15 Sept
68
Distance
23 km
Cheap tickets
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 £3.
Fast trains
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 68 trains from Huddersfield to Leeds, including 59 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.
NT066500 · L8928219:501h15Huddersfield station (HUD)21:05Leeds station (LDS)£31One-way1 change- NT064000 · L8926514:501h14Huddersfield station (HUD)16:04Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way1 change
- NT005100 · L8925310:501h14Huddersfield station (HUD)12:04Leeds station (LDS)£51One-way1 change
- NT006300 · L892509:501h14Huddersfield station (HUD)11:04Leeds station (LDS)£51One-way1 change
- NT064200 · L8926915:501h14Huddersfield station (HUD)17:04Leeds station (LDS)£51One-way1 change
G1594817:300h17Huddersfield station (HUD)17:47Leeds station (LDS)£91One-way0 changes- W852428:130h18Huddersfield station (HUD)8:31Leeds station (LDS)£91One-way0 changes
- C248959:300h18Huddersfield station (HUD)9:48Leeds station (LDS)£91One-way0 changes
- W852499:130h18Huddersfield station (HUD)9:31Leeds station (LDS)£91One-way0 changes
- C2490412:300h18Huddersfield station (HUD)12:48Leeds station (LDS)£91One-way0 changes
Travel 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 an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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.
The cheapest way to travel from Huddersfield to Leeds is a train with an average price of £6.
This is compared to other travel options from Huddersfield to Leeds:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Huddersfield to Leeds costing on average £11.
The fastest way to travel from Huddersfield to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 32m.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 16m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Huddersfield and Leeds including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (32m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Huddersfield to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Huddersfield to Leeds trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NT059500 · L89259 | On time 12:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h14 | 14:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| W84807 | 13:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 13:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16314 | On time 13:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h23 | 13:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24909 | On time 13:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h18 | 13:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24608 | 13:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 14:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT059900 · L89262 | 13:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h12 | 15:02 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| W84813 | 14:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 14:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P00053 | On time 14:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 14:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15955 | 14:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h18 | 14:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16023 | On time 14:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 15:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT064000 · L89265 | 14:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h14 | 16:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| W84818 | 15:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 15:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15868 | On time 15:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 15:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15953 | 15:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h18 | 15:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT064200 · L89269 | 15:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h14 | 17:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| W84825 | On time 16:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 16:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85294 | On time 16:13 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 16:34 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24526 | 16:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h23 | 16:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15950 | 16:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h18 | 16:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16020 | On time 16:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 17:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84830 | On time 17:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 17:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85303 | 17:13 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h20 | 17:33 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24869 | On time 17:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 17:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15948 | On time 17:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h17 | 17:47 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24631 | On time 17:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h25 | 18:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT066100 · L89276 | 17:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h14 | 19:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| W84837 | On time 18:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 18:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16244 | 18:13 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h19 | 18:32 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24538 | 18:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 18:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24924 | 18:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h19 | 18:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24637 | On time 18:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 19:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT066300 · L89279 | 18:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h14 | 20:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| W84843 | 19:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 19:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85320 | On time 19:13 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h20 | 19:33 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16317 | On time 19:17 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 19:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15988 | On time 19:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h19 | 19:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16016 | 19:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 20:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT066500 · L89282 | 19:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h15 | 21:05 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| C24388 | 7:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 7:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85238 | 7:13 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 7:34 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16311 | 7:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h23 | 7:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15866 | 7:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h19 | 7:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT049000 · L89242 | 7:45 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h18 | 9:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G15888 | 7:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h25 | 8:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84776 | 8:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h20 | 8:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85242 | 8:13 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h18 | 8:31 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16356 | 8:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h22 | 8:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24892 | 8:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h19 | 8:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15897 | 8:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 9:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24396 | 9:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h22 | 9:23 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85249 | 9:13 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h18 | 9:31 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15879 | 9:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h22 | 9:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24895 | 9:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h18 | 9:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15896 | 9:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 10:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT006300 · L89250 | 9:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h14 | 11:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| W84790 | 10:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 10:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P00051 | 10:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h23 | 10:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15861 | 10:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h20 | 10:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24590 | 10:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 11:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NT005100 · L89253 | 10:50 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h14 | 12:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| W84800 | 12:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h21 | 12:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16307 | 12:18 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h22 | 12:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24904 | 12:30 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h18 | 12:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16000 | 12:46 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h24 | 13:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Huddersfield to Leeds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Huddersfield to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 19m.
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 23 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express from Huddersfield to Leeds trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Huddersfield and Leeds from £3. 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 Transpennine Express Duration
19m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£4
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
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£3
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
17m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£21
TransPennine Express frequency
50 a day
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Leeds City Museum
A major city museum with natural history, archaeology and local history displays suitable for all ages.
- Recommended
Leeds Industrial Museum
A large industrial museum in a former mill, covering textiles, engineering and Leeds’s manufacturing heritage.
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Millennium Square
A grand pedestrianised square framed by major buildings, often hosting events, markets and seasonal installations.
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Leeds Dock
A lively regenerated waterfront with canalside walks, converted warehouses, public art and independent venues.
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County Arcade
A handsome Victorian shopping arcade with mosaics and period detail, ideal for architecture and boutique browsing.
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Yorkshire fish bake
A Leeds speciality of white fish baked in cream and topped with mashed potato. It is tied to Victorian cookery in the city and wider West Yorkshire.
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Yorkshire pudding with onion gravy
Classic Yorkshire pudding served as a savoury starter with onion gravy. It is a defining county dish commonly eaten in Leeds pubs and Sunday roasts.
Steak and ale pie
Slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A hearty northern pub dish long associated with Yorkshire cooking.
Tharavadu
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, welcoming room. Well suited to Leeds' strong South Asian food scene.
The Man Behind the Curtain
Refined British tasting menus in an intimate, modern dining room. A strong choice for seasonal Yorkshire produce and a special-occasion meal.
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Lively city-centre restaurant known for dry-aged steaks, burgers and cocktails. Stylish but relaxed, suited to a polished casual dinner.
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Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
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- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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- Distance
- 14 km
- Travel time
- 40 min
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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.
The cost of a train ticket from Huddersfield to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Huddersfield to Leeds covers a distance of 23 km and takes approximately 19m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Huddersfield to Leeds leaves at 0:01.
The train distance from Huddersfield to Leeds is 23 km.
The last train from Huddersfield to Leeds departs at 23:58.
Trains from Huddersfield to Leeds run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Huddersfield to Leeds.
Yes, there is a direct train between Huddersfield and Leeds. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
To get from Huddersfield to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Huddersfield to Leeds.
The train station in Huddersfield that goes to Leeds is Huddersfield station (HUD), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
The cheapest way to get from Huddersfield to Leeds is by train, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Huddersfield to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Huddersfield to Leeds offers a blend of urban and natural scenery, with views of the West Yorkshire countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of local landmarks, making it a pleasant and moderately scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Huddersfield to Leeds is feasible. The journey takes 19m and covers 23 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Huddersfield to Leeds.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Huddersfield and Leeds
Most Huddersfield to Leeds trains use the Huddersfield to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Huddersfield and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Huddersfield
Arrival train stations in Leeds
Which Huddersfield station do trains to Leeds leave from?
Trains from Huddersfield to Leeds leave from Huddersfield. The station is from Huddersfield city centre at Huddersfield station, St. Georges Square, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 1JB.
HuddersfieldHuddersfield station, St. Georges Square, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 1JB+44 1895262122
City-centre transport
Getting to Huddersfield from Huddersfield city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement coaches pick up / drop off from Stand S1 which is located outside the entrance to the station on St Georges Square.
Huddersfield train station facilities and services
Huddersfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Huddersfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Huddersfield. ATMs are available at Huddersfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Huddersfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Huddersfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Huddersfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Huddersfield: 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.
LockwoodLockwood station, Swan Lane, Lockwood, West Yorkshire, HD1 3UB+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Lockwood from Huddersfield city centre
Lockwood is 1 km from Huddersfield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainHuddersfield - Sheffield, Huddersfield - Lincoln Central · 2m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus387 · 8m · every ~5 min
Lockwood train station facilities and services
Lockwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lockwood.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lockwood: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Lockwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lockwood: 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.
DeightonDeighton station, Whitacre Road, Deighton, West Yorkshire, HD2 1LX
City-centre transport
Getting to Deighton from Huddersfield city centre
Deighton is 3 km from Huddersfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus328 · 18m · every ~22 min
Deighton train station facilities and services
Deighton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deighton: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deighton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the main road and a ramp, 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.
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express
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.
Burley ParkBurley Park station, Ashville Road, Burley Park, West Yorkshire, LS6 1NA+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 4m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus19, 19A · 8m · every ~7 min
19, 19A · 11m · every ~7 min
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.
HeadingleyHeadingley station, Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, West Yorkshire, LS5 3LD+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 7m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus49, 50, 50A · 19m · every ~26 min
875 · 22m · £4
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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