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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Leeds
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Leeds will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Leeds you need to make at least 2 changes.
Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+
C02071+
W454249:163h34Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:50Leeds station (LDS)£601One-way2 changes- Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+C02071+
G880519:263h24Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:50Leeds station (LDS)£601One-way2 changes - Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+C02135+W454358:163h33Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:49Leeds station (LDS)£921One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+C02071+G880519:263h24Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:50Leeds station (LDS)£601One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+C02135+W454358:163h33Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:49Leeds station (LDS)£921One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+C02071+W454249:163h34Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:50Leeds station (LDS)£601One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 307 km
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3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W45435+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+C02135 | 8:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h33 | 11:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
| W45424+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+C02071 | 9:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h34 | 12:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
| G88051+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+C02071 | 9:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h24 | 12:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Leeds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Leeds run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 307 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 307 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 6:46 |
Last train 21:06 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Leeds trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Leeds from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Leeds
Most London Gatwick Airport to Leeds trains use the London Kings Cross to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Leeds 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.
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