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Spelthorne Museum
Local museum displaying the history of Spelthorne, from archaeology to modern life. A useful introduction to the area's people, industry and river heritage.
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Take a train from Leeds to Staines-upon-Thames and enjoy the approximately 272 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:08.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 22:08 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Local museum displaying the history of Spelthorne, from archaeology to modern life. A useful introduction to the area's people, industry and river heritage.
Historic house museum with displays on local history and a notable room dedicated to John Keats. Worth a short trip for literary and heritage interest.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Windsor Castle, showing paintings, drawings and changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection.
Popular riverside park and promenade by the Thames, ideal for walking, sitting by the water and watching boats near the heart of town.
Riverside route with broad Thames views, moorings and open green space. Especially pleasant for an easy stroll or sunset photographs.
Main shopping street through the centre, useful for experiencing the town's everyday character, historic churchyard and quick access to the river.
A comforting suet pastry filled with beef and kidney, long linked with Thames-side pubs and classic English cookery in the South East.
Cold roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. A traditional Sunday meal widely eaten in Surrey and the Thames Valley.
Battered white fish with chipped potatoes, a staple takeaway and pub meal across riverside towns like Staines-upon-Thames.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a long-standing reputation for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service.
Popular riverside pub with British classics, drinks and a relaxed setting by the Thames. Good for roasts and casual meals.
Historic pub and dining room serving hearty British dishes and ales in a traditional atmosphere near the town centre.
Moderate for South East England: hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but usually cheaper than central London. Rail fares can add up for day trips.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Staines-upon-Thames 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 Staines-upon-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Staines-upon-Thames trains use the Leeds to Staines station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Staines-upon-Thames 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.
Staines has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Staines.
Wi-Fi is available at Staines. ATMs are available at Staines.
Ticket office support is available at Staines. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Staines: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Staines: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Staines: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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