The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
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 £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
To travel from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
C02161+
C36971+
W454308:103h12Leeds station (LDS)11:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£891One-way2 changes
C02161+
C37340+
W454308:103h26Leeds station (LDS)11:36Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£891One-way2 changes
C02161+
C36971+
W454308:103h12Leeds station (LDS)11:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£891One-way2 changes
C02161+
C37340+
W454308:103h26Leeds station (LDS)11:36Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£891One-way2 changes
Travel Information
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 £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 269 km
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£87 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m 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 tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C02161+ W45430+ C36971 | 8:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h12 | 11:22 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
C02161+ W45430+ C37340 | 8:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h26 | 11:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leeds to London Heathrow Airport by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Leeds to London Heathrow Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs London North Eastern Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 22:20 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway from Leeds to London Heathrow Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leeds and London Heathrow Airport from £12. 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
Most Leeds to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Leeds to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds 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 and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley 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.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: 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.
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