Kingston upon Hull to Leeds train with Transpennine Express

Trains from Hull to Leeds 

There are several trains from Hull to Leeds every hour, with more at breakfast or teatime. Trains run from the early morning until late at night, on weekdays and at weekends, and the journey generally takes around 1 hour.

Hull to Leeds train times: Daily departures

There are usually at least two trains from Hull to Leeds every hour throughout the day until the early evening. The first train of the day leaves at around 5:00 a.m. and the last train of the day departs at approximately 11:00 p.m.

How long is the journey by train from Hull to Leeds?

The fastest train from Hull to Leeds runs directly and takes about 55 minutes. Longer services have one change and can take up to 1.5 hours. 

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Hull to Leeds?

Departure train station: The train from Hull to Leeds departs from Hull Station, which is in the city centre. There's a bus station outside that runs regular buses to Hull's surrounding villages, and inside the station, there are shops, cafés, toilets, and waiting areas. 

Arrival train station: Trains from Hull arrive at Leeds Station, which is in the city centre, around 0.5 miles from Leeds City Museum. There's a bus station close by that operates buses to various places, including Leeds Bradford Airport 8 miles away. Leeds Station has a range of amenities, including ATMs, coffee shops, and toilets.

Which train companies travel from Hull to Leeds?

Trains from Hull to Leeds are operated by First TransPennine Express and Northern Rail. First TransPennine Express offers the fastest and most direct services. Northern Rail's trains from Hull to Leeds sometimes have one change, resulting in a longer journey. 

 First TransPennine Express Hull to Leeds

The fastest train from First TransPennine Express lasts around 55 minutes, but some journeys may take up to an hour. Services generally run directly, and there's usually at least one train that departs for Leeds every hour.

Northern Rail Hull to Leeds

Most Northern Rail services run directly, but some may have one change in Selby or Church Fenton. The journey usually lasts around 1 hour and 10 minutes for direct trains, or up to 1.5 hours for trains with one stop. 

Hull to Leeds trains: Services on board

First TransPennine Express and Northern Rail both have first-class carriages on most of their trains. When booking a first-class ticket, travellers can expect to benefit from reclining seats, extra power points for charging gadgets, and complimentary refreshments including drinks and biscuits. 

First TransPennine Express and Northern Rail allow passengers to bring several bags with them, but they must be able to safely and easily carry them on and off the train by themselves. If bringing a pram or buggy, travellers will need to fold it up and store it in one of the luggage racks or the bike storage area. Northern Rail cannot reserve spaces for bicycles, but passengers may be able to bring one on board if there's space - spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. First TransPennine Express allows travellers to reserve a space for their bikes, and this can be done by booking online or over the phone 15 minutes before the train's departure. Folding bikes can be brought on board without a reservation. 

Both providers allow pets on their trains, but there's a limit of two per person. Dogs must be kept on a lead, and small animals must be contained in a crate or cage. They also welcome assistance dogs.

Northern Rail and First TransPennine Express both have assisted travel schemes for disabled passengers, which must be booked in advance. With Northern Rail, this can be done as little as two hours in advance depending on the arrival and departure stations, but the maximum notice they'll need is 24 hours. When passengers book help with the assisted travel schemes, someone will greet them at the train station, help them make their way to the train, and provide a ramp for getting on board the train.

How to find cheap train tickets from Hull to Leeds

When booking a train from Hull to Leeds, try being flexible with travel dates - it could help get a great deal. Travellers can also save on train tickets by booking well in advance, or by choosing a longer journey with one or more stops.