The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds for Stockton-on-Tees every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.
12:432h09Leeds14:52Stockton-on-Tees£431One-way0 changes
9:062h46Leeds11:52Stockton-on-Tees£481One-way0 changes
12:432h09Leeds14:52Stockton-on-Tees£431One-way0 changes
9:062h46Leeds11:52Stockton-on-Tees£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees 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 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 87 km
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£39 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01073+ P28732 · G85927 | Delayed 15:20 16:10Leeds station (LDS) | 1h58 | 18:08 Stockton (STK) | 2 changes | |
C24619+ C31827 | On time 16:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h38 | 17:51 Stockton (STK) | 1 change | |
G01074+ P28741 · G85943 | On time 17:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h58 | 19:08 Stockton (STK) | 2 changes | |
G16020+ C31835 | On time 17:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h38 | 18:51 Stockton (STK) | 1 change | |
G01080+ G85958 · P28748 | On time 18:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h58 | 20:08 Stockton (STK) | 2 changes | |
C24631+ G89364 | On time 18:14 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h37 | 19:51 Stockton (STK) | 1 change | |
C24637+ G89369 | On time 19:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h38 | 20:51 Stockton (STK) | 1 change | |
G16016+ C31852 | On time 20:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h38 | 21:51 Stockton (STK) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
![]() | 9:06 Leeds | 2h46 | 11:52 Stockton-on-Tees | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:43 Leeds | 2h09 | 14:52 Stockton-on-Tees | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees
Trains from Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Stockton-on-Tees 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 Stockton-on-Tees train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees 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 Stockton-on-Tees, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Stockton-on-Tees
Most Leeds to Stockton-on-Tees trains use the Leeds to Stockton station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Stockton-on-Tees 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.
Which Stockton-on-Tees station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
Getting to Stockton from Stockton-on-Tees city centre
Stockton train station facilities and services
Stockton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stockton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stockton: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Stockton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. Step free access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. No problems to get on to the Middlesbrough bound platform as level access, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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