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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Thornaby
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
84 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Thornaby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Thornaby will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Leeds for Thornaby every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
03:162h09
Leeds05:25Thornaby
£161One-way
0 changes
19:131h15
Leeds20:28Thornaby
£181One-way
0 changes
09:131h16
Leeds10:29Thornaby
£201One-way
0 changes
12:421h34
Leeds14:16Thornaby
£221One-way
0 changes
06:511h25
Leeds08:16Thornaby
£221One-way
0 changes
19:131h15
Leeds20:28Thornaby
£181One-way
0 changes
09:131h16
Leeds10:29Thornaby
£201One-way
0 changes
06:511h25
Leeds08:16Thornaby
£221One-way
0 changes
12:421h34
Leeds14:16Thornaby
£221One-way
0 changes
04:521h37
Leeds06:29Thornaby
£241One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leeds to Thornaby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Thornaby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 84 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Thornaby train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:36
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:52 Leeds | 1h37 | 06:29 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:14 Leeds | 1h15 | 06:29 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:51 Leeds | 1h25 | 08:16 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:13 Leeds | 1h16 | 12:29 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:51 Leeds | 1h25 | 15:16 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03:16 Leeds | 2h09 | 05:25 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Thornaby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Thornaby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:39 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Leeds to Thornaby trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Thornaby from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£12
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Leeds to Thornaby train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leeds to Thornaby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Thornaby.
The train distance from Leeds to Thornaby is 84 km.
Booking trains from Leeds to Thornaby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Leeds to Thornaby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train journey from Leeds to Thornaby covers a distance of 84 km and takes approximately 1h 15m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Thornaby is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train station in Leeds that goes to Thornaby is Leeds station (LDS), and it arrives at Thornaby station (TBY).
The first train from Leeds to Thornaby leaves at 0:06.
Yes, there is a direct train between Leeds and Thornaby. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
The last train from Leeds to Thornaby departs at 23:39.
To get from Leeds to Thornaby, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Trains from Leeds to Thornaby run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leeds to Thornaby.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeds to Thornaby.
There is no night train service from Leeds to Thornaby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Thornaby
Leeds
Thornaby
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Burley Park. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burley Park for your trip from Leeds to Thornaby.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Burley Park
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Headingley
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessibility
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transport options for Leeds
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
The major train station for arrivals in Thornaby is Thornaby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thornaby for your journey to Thornaby from Leeds.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:45 Saturday 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:15 Holidays: Boxing Day, Christmas Day Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: A unisex toilet is available in the station building during booking office opening hours only. (Includes disabled and baby changing facilities).
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the approach road opposite the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Thornaby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches will pick up / drop off at the bus stops on Station Street due to the station car park not being wide enough for a coach to turn around in. Station Street is the road which runs parallel to the station access road and can be reached by using the footbridge on the station approach road.
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