Leeds to London train

Thu, 12 Sept
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Cheap train tickets from Leeds to London

Showing times and prices for 12 Sept

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
London North Eastern Railway
C47037
09:452h14
Leeds station (LDS)
11:59London Kings Cross (KGX)
£761One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
London North Eastern Railway
C46923
08:152h15
Leeds station (LDS)
10:30London Kings Cross (KGX)
£761One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
London North Eastern Railway
C46896
09:152h15
Leeds station (LDS)
11:30London Kings Cross (KGX)
£761One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern Railway
G31496
09:162h32
Leeds station (LDS)
11:48London Kings Cross (KGX)
£841One-way
1 change
London North Eastern Railway
C46895
08:472h13
Leeds station (LDS)
11:00London Kings Cross (KGX)
£1051One-way
0 changes

Train timetableLeeds to London

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 12 September
London North Eastern Railway
C46923
08:152h15
Leeds station (LDS)
10:30London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changes
London North Eastern Railway
G32793
08:162h37
Leeds station (LDS)
10:53London Kings Cross (KGX)
1 change
London North Eastern Railway
C46895
08:472h13
Leeds station (LDS)
11:00London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changes
London North Eastern Railway
C46896
09:152h15
Leeds station (LDS)
11:30London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changes
London North Eastern Railway
G31496
09:162h32
Leeds station (LDS)
11:48London Kings Cross (KGX)
1 change
London North Eastern Railway
C47037
09:452h14
Leeds station (LDS)
11:59London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changes

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Train times from Leeds to London

Showing times and prices for 12 Sept

Fastest Journey

2 h 13 m

Average

2 h 21 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

272 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Leeds for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
London North Eastern Railway
C46895
08:472h13
Leeds station (LDS)
11:00London Kings Cross (KGX)
£1051One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern Railway
C47037
09:452h14
Leeds station (LDS)
11:59London Kings Cross (KGX)
£761One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern Railway
C46923
08:152h15
Leeds station (LDS)
10:30London Kings Cross (KGX)
£761One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern Railway
C46896
09:152h15
Leeds station (LDS)
11:30London Kings Cross (KGX)
£761One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern Railway
G31496
09:162h32
Leeds station (LDS)
11:48London Kings Cross (KGX)
£841One-way
1 change

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Overview: Train from Leeds to London

distanceDistance168 miles
durationAverage train duration2 h 9 min
priceAverage train ticket price£63 (€71)
frequencyTrain frequency25 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 25 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersLNER, Grand Central Trains or East Midlands Trains

Trains from Leeds to London cover the 168 miles long route taking on average 2 h 9 min with our travel partners like LNER, Grand Central Trains or East Midlands Trains. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £63, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £32. Travellers depart most frequently from Leeds and arrive in London Kings Cross.

Train providers: East Coast, Grand Central Trains and East Midlands Trains trains Leeds to London

Find the best trains between Leeds and London with Omio's travel partners East Coast, Grand Central Trains and East Midlands Trains from £28. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operator in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The train provider operates local and regional trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

FAQs: Leeds to London train

FAQs: Travel by train from Leeds to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to London.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leeds to London can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to London is £63; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leeds to London train travel time is 2 h 9 min   for the 168 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leeds to London leaves at 04: 52. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Leeds to London leaves at 20: 31.
Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day from Leeds to London with LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Leeds to London.
Take the Leeds to London train with LNER, Grand Central Trains or East Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to London from Leeds as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 31.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, which is located around 0.2 miles (369 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Kings Cross, located 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Leeds is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 9 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Leeds to London by train is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leeds and London including taking a train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and London

Leeds
London
The major railway station for departures from Leeds is Leeds. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to London.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
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AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 45 - 23: 59 | Sun: 06: 45 - 22: 30
Public transport options for Leeds
Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Kings Cross. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Kings Cross for your trip to London from Leeds.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
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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