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Ayscoughfee Hall Museum and Gardens
A local history museum inside a former manor house, with displays on Spalding’s past and gardens ideal for a relaxed visit.
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Spalding is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Spalding will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Leeds to Spalding you need to make at least one change.
G08001+
C59639
C01995+
C21625
G08025+
C59652
G08018+
C59650
G08013+
C59646
G08018+
C59650
G07965+
C59615
G07993+
C59634
G08025+
C59652
C02144+
C59602The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Spalding trains for today, Friday 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02155+ C21623 | On time 6:05 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h59 | 9:04 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
G07949 · G08041+ C21623 | On time 6:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h24 | 9:04 Spalding station (SPA) | 2 changes | |
G07959+ C59611 | On time 7:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h25 | 10:05 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
G07964+ C59614 | On time 8:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h24 | 11:04 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
G07971+ C59619 | On time 9:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h25 | 12:05 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
G07977+ C59623 | On time 10:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h25 | 13:05 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
G07981+ C59627 | On time 11:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h25 | 14:05 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
G07989+ C59631 | On time 12:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h24 | 15:04 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
G07995+ C59635 | On time 13:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h24 | 16:04 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
G07999+ C59638 | On time 14:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h24 | 17:04 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
C02026 · G08060+ C59637 | On time 15:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h59 | 18:09 Spalding station (SPA) | 2 changes | |
G08006+ C59643 | On time 15:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h36 | 18:16 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
C02108 · L01636+ C59643 | On time 16:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h06 | 18:16 Spalding station (SPA) | 2 changes | |
G08012+ C59647 | On time 16:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h36 | 19:16 Spalding station (SPA) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Leeds to Spalding run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 21:11 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Spalding — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Spalding trip today.
A local history museum inside a former manor house, with displays on Spalding’s past and gardens ideal for a relaxed visit.
A theatre and arts venue presenting exhibitions, cinema and live events, making it Spalding’s main contemporary cultural stop.
A volunteer-run heritage railway centre with historic rolling stock and railway displays that appeal to transport and history enthusiasts.
A peaceful green space with formal gardens, open lawns and river access beside the museum, popular for walks and short breaks.
A pleasant riverside path area for strolling, with views of the River Welland, bridges and church spire in the town centre.
The historic commercial heart of Spalding, useful for seeing traditional buildings, public spaces and the town’s everyday character.
Lincolnshire sausages are seasoned with sage and pepper. They are a county staple, commonly served with mash or in breakfasts across South Holland.
Stuffed chine is cured pork neck packed with parsley, typical of Lincolnshire butchers. It is prized locally for festive meals and cold sliced platters.
Haslet is a seasoned Lincolnshire pork loaf with sage, traditionally sliced cold in sandwiches. It is a familiar county delicatessen item.
Established Indian restaurant known for classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable, reliable town-centre setting.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant serving British favourites, grills, and drinks in a relaxed setting beside the River Welland.
Well-known Indian dining venue with a broad menu of curries and house specials, suited to casual evening meals in Spalding.
Spalding is moderate for UK market towns. Dining and coffee are fairly priced, but accommodation and rail travel can raise overall visitor costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares, and cafes usually just get small change or none.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Spalding 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 Spalding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Spalding trains use the Leeds to Spalding station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Spalding 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.
Spalding has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Spalding.
Available at Spalding: Parking, WC.
Available at Spalding: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spalding: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge or with staff assistance via foot crossing to Sleaford bound platform (station is staffed mornings only). This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: MRIS 01795 680993, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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