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Malton Museum
Town museum covering Malton and Norton history, archaeology and local stories. A useful first stop for understanding the area.
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Malton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Malton will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leeds for Malton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.


The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Malton trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:42 Leeds | 0h53 | 9:35 Malton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:42 Leeds | 0h53 | 11:35 Malton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:43 Leeds | 0h52 | 11:35 Malton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:41 Leeds | 0h54 | 15:35 Malton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:41 Leeds | 0h54 | 16:35 Malton | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Leeds to Malton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 50m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 4:17 |
Last train 23:11 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Malton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Malton trip today.
Town museum covering Malton and Norton history, archaeology and local stories. A useful first stop for understanding the area.
Museum in nearby Eden Camp exploring British social and military life in the Second World War through immersive displays in original huts.
Historic house rooms at Castle Howard display art, furnishings and family collections. An accessible art and heritage visit close to Malton.
Handsome Georgian market place at Malton’s heart, lined with independent shops and historic buildings. A good area for a first walk.
Riverside green space and walking area beside the Derwent. Good for a relaxed stroll, open views and watching local wildlife.
Historic part of the town across the river with a village feel, old stone buildings and easy access to the priory church ruins.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding traditionally served with roast beef and gravy, central to Sunday lunch across Yorkshire.
Yorkshire curd tart is a sweet pastry filled with curd cheese, eggs and dried fruit, a long-standing regional speciality of Yorkshire bakeries.
Wensleydale cheese, often eaten with fruit cake, is a crumbly Yorkshire cheese closely associated with local farming and regional food culture.
Stylish bistro and deli serving seasonal British cooking, good coffee and a relaxed market-town atmosphere.
Popular Malton smokehouse known for low-and-slow barbecue, craft beer and a lively, informal dining room.
Refined restaurant with a focus on locally sourced Yorkshire ingredients, suited to a slower sit-down meal.
Moderate for England: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than York, while rail travel and tourist-season stays can raise overall costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Malton 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 Malton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Malton trains use the Leeds to Malton station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Malton 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.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
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.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
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.
Malton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Malton.
Wi-Fi is available at Malton.
Ticket office support is available at Malton.
Available at Malton: Parking.
Available at Malton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:30 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:30 - 19:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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