4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Leeds
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Leeds will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lincoln for Leeds 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 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.
G8943818:262h18Lincoln Central (LCN)20:44Leeds station (LDS)£161One-way0 changes- G89438+
C0212818:261h53Lincoln Central (LCN)20:19Leeds station (LDS)£231One-way1 change - G8943417:232h21Lincoln Central (LCN)19:44Leeds station (LDS)£261One-way0 changes
- G08069 · C0209818:201h29Lincoln Central (LCN)19:49Leeds station (LDS)£261One-way1 change
- G08069 · G80266+
C2464118:202h23Lincoln Central (LCN)20:43Leeds station (LDS)£281One-way2 changes
- G08069 · C0209818:201h29Lincoln Central (LCN)19:49Leeds station (LDS)£261One-way1 change
- G89438+C0212818:261h53Lincoln Central (LCN)20:19Leeds station (LDS)£231One-way1 change
- G8943818:262h18Lincoln Central (LCN)20:44Leeds station (LDS)£161One-way0 changes
- G8943417:232h21Lincoln Central (LCN)19:44Leeds station (LDS)£261One-way0 changes
- G08069 · G80266+C2464118:202h23Lincoln Central (LCN)20:43Leeds station (LDS)£281One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lincoln to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. 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 train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Leeds
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Trains from Lincoln to Leeds run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:08, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 2:08 |
Last train 22:44 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express from Lincoln to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Lincoln and Leeds from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lincoln to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln and Leeds
Most Lincoln to Leeds trains use the Lincoln Central to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lincoln station do trains to Leeds leave from?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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