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Shuttleworth Collection
Working museum centred on historic aircraft and flying displays. A strong day trip from Arlesey for aviation history and engineering interest.
Take a train from Leeds to Arlesey and enjoy the approximately 217 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 21:56.
Distance 217 km |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 21:56 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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Working museum centred on historic aircraft and flying displays. A strong day trip from Arlesey for aviation history and engineering interest.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Arlesey 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 Arlesey, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Arlesey trains use the Leeds to Arlesey station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Arlesey train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Arlesey is 2 km from Arlesey city centre. Public transport options include:
Arlesey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Arlesey.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arlesey: Parking.
Available at Arlesey: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arlesey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. No step-free access between platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is by the steps leading to platform 1. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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