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Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£109
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£120
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
7 h 8 m
Trains on 17 Sept
5
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Leeds will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
To travel from Inverness to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
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W29909
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G89015
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C02014
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G89015
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W29909Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £351.
Distance: 443 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£100 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £351 Average Price | £95 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Leeds:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Leeds costing on average £100.
A coach is £320 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness to Leeds costing on average £351.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 55m.
Coach takes on average 8h 50m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (6h 55m by train vs 6h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £100 compared to roughly £95 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14653+ W29909 | 9:42 Inverness station (INV) | 7h26 | 17:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C14653+ C24969+ C02014 | 9:42 Inverness station (INV) | 6h45 | 16:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
L87050+ G80080+ G89005 | 10:50 Inverness station (INV) | 7h07 | 17:57 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
L87050+ G01166 | 10:50 Inverness station (INV) | 7h16 | 18:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C14655+ G80091+ G89015 | 12:48 Inverness station (INV) | 7h06 | 19:54 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes |
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Trains from Inverness to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 17:26. The fastest train covers the 443 km distance in 7h 6m.
Distance 443 km |
Average train duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 6m |
First train 3:20 |
Last train 17:26 |
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Best time to book 77 days |
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Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
A major city museum with natural history, archaeology and local history displays suitable for all ages.
A large industrial museum in a former mill, covering textiles, engineering and Leeds’s manufacturing heritage.
A grand pedestrianised square framed by major buildings, often hosting events, markets and seasonal installations.
A lively regenerated waterfront with canalside walks, converted warehouses, public art and independent venues.
A handsome Victorian shopping arcade with mosaics and period detail, ideal for architecture and boutique browsing.
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.
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.
Slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A hearty northern pub dish long associated with Yorkshire cooking.
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, welcoming room. Well suited to Leeds' strong South Asian food scene.
Refined British tasting menus in an intimate, modern dining room. A strong choice for seasonal Yorkshire produce and a special-occasion meal.
Lively city-centre restaurant known for dry-aged steaks, burgers and cocktails. Stylish but relaxed, suited to a polished casual dinner.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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.

Most Inverness to Leeds trains use the Inverness to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Inverness: Parking, WC.
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3, 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: Yes.
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 options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
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 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.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
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