The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 41 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for London Kings Cross (KGX) every day 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.
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Compare train and coach for Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 269 km
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Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y11690 | On time 08:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h11 | 10:21 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11693 | On time 08:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 10:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C43742+ C40880 | On time 08:44 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h26 | 11:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40669 | On time 09:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 11:23 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11699 | On time 09:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 11:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C43745+ C40884 | On time 09:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h32 | 12:17 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11701 | On time 10:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 12:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11705 | On time 10:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h14 | 12:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36761+ C40890 | On time 10:43 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h27 | 13:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40679 | 11:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h14 | 13:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11707 | On time 11:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h14 | 13:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36766+ C40896 | On time 11:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h29 | 14:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40687 | On time 12:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 14:23 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11712 | On time 12:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 14:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C43759+ C40902 | On time 12:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h29 | 15:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40692 | On time 13:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 15:23 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25395+ C14465 | On time 13:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h37 | 16:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40696 | On time 13:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h15 | 15:55 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C43763+ C40907 | On time 13:43 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h34 | 16:17 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11715 | 14:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 16:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11719 | 14:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 16:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C43767+ Y11840 | On time 14:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h28 | 17:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40703 | On time 15:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h11 | 17:21 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11723 | 15:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 17:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36780+ C40919 | On time 15:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h29 | 18:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11725 | On time 16:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 18:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11729 | On time 16:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 18:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36785+ Y11849 | On time 16:43 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h34 | 19:17 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40716 | 17:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 19:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11733 | On time 17:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 19:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36790+ C40931 | On time 17:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h29 | 20:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11734 | On time 18:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 20:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25400+ C14475 | On time 18:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h32 | 21:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11737 | On time 18:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 20:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36796+ Y11857 | On time 18:43 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h28 | 21:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C44216+ Y11990 | On time 18:52 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h39 | 21:31 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11741 | On time 19:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 21:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36799+ Y11861 | On time 19:47 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h23 | 22:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11744 | On time 20:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 22:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
G91307+ Y11863 | On time 20:20 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h49 | 23:09 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
L37205+ Y11867 | On time 20:52 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h28 | 23:20 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40736 | On time 21:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h39 | 23:49 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
G91315+ Y11872 | On time 22:20 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h20 | 01:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:17, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 02:17 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains, National Express, Northern Rail (3) from Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains, National Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leeds station (LDS) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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