The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Leeds
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Leeds will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for Leeds 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 269 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Heathrow Airport to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 269 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£86 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Leeds trains for today, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C28960+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C40781 | On time 05:27 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h23 | 08:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
G23914+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C40784 | On time 05:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h51 | 09:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
C28960+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C40781 | On time 05:32 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h18 | 08:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
G23939+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C40784 | On time 05:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h30 | 09:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
C28966+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C40784 | On time 05:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h24 | 09:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Leeds
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Leeds run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line from London Heathrow Airport to Leeds trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Leeds from £16. 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 Heathrow Airport to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Leeds
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- 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.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- 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
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Car Park: Station Car 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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