The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£109
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.
To travel from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Compare coach and train for Leeds to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 269 km
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£93 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y11691+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ G23397 | On time 08:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h32 | 11:42 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
Y11691+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28808 | On time 08:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h21 | 11:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
Y11691+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28808 | On time 08:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h15 | 11:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
Y11694+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ L24396 | On time 08:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h32 | 12:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
Y11694+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28814 | On time 08:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h21 | 12:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
Y11694+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28814 | On time 08:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h15 | 11:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
Y11695+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28823 | On time 09:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h36 | 12:46 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
Y11695+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ G23447 | On time 09:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h47 | 12:57 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
Y11695+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28823 | On time 09:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h30 | 12:40 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
Y11698+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28826 | On time 09:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h21 | 13:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
Y11698+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28826 | On time 09:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h15 | 12:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
Y11698+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ L24076 | On time 09:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h47 | 13:27 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
Y11698+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28826+ L24400 | On time 09:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h32 | 13:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
Y11702+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28832 | On time 10:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h21 | 13:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
Y11702+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ L24402 | On time 10:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h32 | 13:42 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
Y11702+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28832 | On time 10:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h15 | 13:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
Y11703+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28838 | On time 10:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h15 | 13:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
Y11703+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C28838 | On time 10:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h21 | 14:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 18:45 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Leeds and London Heathrow Airport from £14. 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 to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and London Heathrow Airport
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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