4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Leeds
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Leeds will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
To travel from Leicester to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
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G010609:091h53Leicester station (LEI)11:02Leeds station (LDS)£681One-way1 change- C21769+
G897369:092h05Leicester station (LEI)11:14Leeds station (LDS)£681One-way1 change - C21649+G894629:401h58Leicester station (LEI)11:38Leeds station (LDS)£681One-way1 change
- W70945+G669878:091h54Leicester station (LEI)10:03Leeds station (LDS)£941One-way1 change
- W70945+G897298:092h07Leicester station (LEI)10:16Leeds station (LDS)£941One-way1 change
- C21769+G010609:091h53Leicester station (LEI)11:02Leeds station (LDS)£681One-way1 change
- W70945+G669878:091h54Leicester station (LEI)10:03Leeds station (LDS)£941One-way1 change
- C21649+G894629:401h58Leicester station (LEI)11:38Leeds station (LDS)£681One-way1 change
- W70948+G894578:382h01Leicester station (LEI)10:39Leeds station (LDS)£941One-way1 change
- C21769+G897369:092h05Leicester station (LEI)11:14Leeds station (LDS)£681One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 132 km
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£37 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leicester to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Leeds trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 7:13 Leicester | 3h09 | 10:22 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:18 Leicester | 3h03 | 10:21 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:14 Leicester | 3h10 | 12:24 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:40 Leicester | 1h58 | 11:38 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:13 Leicester | 3h09 | 16:22 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:10 Leicester | 1h54 | 20:04 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:10 Leicester | 1h54 | 21:04 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:06 Leicester | 2h27 | 23:33 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Leeds
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Trains from Leicester to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:29, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 1:29 |
Last train 23:11 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Leeds trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Leeds from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Leeds
Most Leicester to Leeds trains use the Leicester to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Leeds leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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