London to Huddersfield train with London North Eastern Railway

Trains from London to Huddersfield

During the week, you will find roughly 54 services connecting London to Huddersfield. The trains run very regularly; from about 07:00 onwards, you can find three to four trains running the connection per hour. On Saturday, fewer trains run, with a total of around 16 trains throughout the day. These services begin at roughly 06:00 and run more or less every hour, with two or so trains per hour from about 14:00 onwards. The last train runs at around 20:00 on Saturday.

London to Huddersfield Train Time: Daily Departures

Monday through Friday, the first train generally runs at just before 06:00 and arrives in Huddersfield by approximately 09:00. The next train runs at around 06:30, followed by a service at about 07:00 and from then onwards, you can find two to three trains making the connection per hour. You will find no trains departing London for Huddersfield from approximately 20:30 until 23:00, and then the final train departs at about 23:30. On Saturday, the first train runs at roughly 06:00 and the final train at around 20:00. On Sunday, the first train runs at approximately 09:30 and the final train at about 22:30.

How long is the journey by train from London to Huddersfield?

The journey between London and Huddersfield can take anywhere between 2h 44min and 3h 28min. Prices can vary greatly also, anywhere approximately between £18 and £108. All trains require one changeover; you won’t find any direct trains between London and Huddersfield. Changes influence the overall duration of travel – some stops can have more than 25min of wait time before the connecting train.

young woman on a train from London. Source: Shutterstock

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Huddersfield?

Departure train station: London Kings Cross or London Euston will be the departure point. Kings Cross can be accessed by way of car, tube or bus. Drop-offs can be made on Pancras Road, but be sure to not leave your car unattended. The station also has a car park with 322 spaces, 12 of which are wheelchair accessible. A short walk away, you will find the other departure station, Euston. At Euston Station, there are public toilets, several cash points, public WiFi, payphones and ticket machines.

Arrival train station: You will arrive at Huddersfield Station. It’s located near the city centre, an approximately 5min walk. There is a car park that can facilitate 28 cars, and other facilities include public toilets, a cash point, shops and public payphones accepting both card and cash. You can also store your bike at the station, with 35 bike spots available, as well as CCTV.

Which train companies travel from London to Huddersfield?

A number of train companies service travel between London and Huddersfield: Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, East Midlands Trains and London North Eastern Railway. All train companies require a changeover during the journey and also have similar travel times, varying only due to the durations of the stops en route. London North Eastern Railway most commonly requires a changeover in Leeds, Avanti West Coast has their changeover in Manchester and the service with Grand Central varies often. The Grand Central service is also most often the cheapest.

Night trains London

The last train running between London and Huddersfield departs London Kings Cross station at around 23:30. This train is serviced by London North Eastern Railway and arrives in Huddersfield by about 06:00. This is a roughly 6h 30min journey due to the connecting train from Leeds Station only running from around 05:00 and a subsequent 2h 24min or so wait between trains. Otherwise, the last train before that runs at about 21:00 and requires a replacement bus connection from Manchester to Huddersfield. The earliest you can catch a train from London is usually just before 06:00.

Avanti West Coast trains from London to Huddersfield

Avanti West Coast begins its service from London to Huddersfield at around 08:20, and its last service leaves the station at roughly 21:00. It has approximately 20 trains servicing this connection daily throughout the week.

Grand Central trains from London to Huddersfield

Grand Central offers the cheapest travel options and begins its service around 11:00. Through the day, it has about nine services, and their transfers can occur at a number of stations. The final Grand Central train departs at close to 20:00 daily.

London North Eastern Railways trains from London to Huddersfield

The trains servicing London to Huddersfield by London North Eastern Railways have an earlier start, with the first train generally departing just after 06:00 and the final train leaving London at approximately 23:30.

East Midlands Trains trains from London to Huddersfield

Services begin at approximately 11:20 for East Midland Trains to Huddersfield. It runs three trains on average during a weekday, and its final train departs at around 13:20. Their train service is one of the longest, at an average of 4h 33min.

Trains from London to Huddersfield: Sustainability travel

Travelling by train between London and Huddersfield is a sustainable choice of travel. By choosing to take the train over driving the 191 miles (307 km) average distance between the two cities, you’re also choosing to reduce carbon emissions and so reduce your own carbon footprint. If you are feeling eco conscious and are looking for a way to help in the fight against climate change, converting to public forms of transport is a great step in the direction of living more sustainably. You can also take a look at the sustainability article found in The Window Seat for more tips.

Train London to Huddersfield: Services on Board

Most trains from London to Huddersfield offer both a standard-class and a first-class ticket option, bar Grand Central, which only offers a standard-class ticket. With first class, you travel more comfortably, with wider seats, extra legroom and free drinks. London North Eastern Rail, Grand Central and Avanti West Coast all offer free WiFi and power points on their train services. Should you want to bring your pet on board, all train providers allow a maximum of two pets per passenger for no additional charge. The pet must be kept on a leash or in a carrier for the duration of the journey. You can bring three items of luggage; that includes one small item, which can be stored in the overhead space or by your feet, and two larger pieces of luggage.

How to find cheap train tickets from London to Huddersfield?

If you are looking to save money when booking your tickets from London to Huddersfield, it is helpful to remain flexible with your date and time of travel. Booking your tickets online will find you the better deals; you can search for cheap tickets through the Omio website. Booking in advance will also ensure cheaper tickets than buying at a ticket office on the day of travel. For more information on how Omio operates, check out our About Us page here.

Train station in Huddersfield. Source: Shutterstock

To Huddersfield by train—travel tips

Huddersfield, in Yorkshire, can be entertaining for children and adults alike. Bring the kids to Whistlestop Valley for an adventurous day in the countryside. You can find miniature steam trains and outdoor playgrounds bound to entertain the whole family. Take a walk through Beaumont Park, the Victorian park that is open to everyone all year around. For football fans, John Smith’s Stadium, also known as Kirklees Stadium, is located just a short walk from the station; catch a match or take a tour to learn about its history.

• Catch a show in the Lawrence Batley Theatre
• Walk through the Marsden Moor Estate
• Scammonden Reservoir
• Greenhead Park
• Visit the Tolson Memorial Museum