- Must visit
Brontë Parsonage Museum
Former Brontë home displaying manuscripts, personal items and period rooms. Essential for literary history in nearby Haworth.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 4 m
Trains on 19 Sept
6
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Keighley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Keighley will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from London to Keighley you need to make at least one change.
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C32490
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C32494Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Keighley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £283.
Distance: 288 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £283 Average Price | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Keighley:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Keighley costing on average £61.
A coach is £259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Keighley costing on average £283.
Other travel options to Keighley take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Coach takes on average 6h 2m.
The journey is about 2h 25m faster (2h 40m by train vs 5h 5m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£61 vs £69). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Keighley trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C02132+ C32555 | On time 18:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h16 | 21:55 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
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G08083+ C32568 | 8:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h02 | 11:12 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
C02167+ C32490 | 8:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h11 | 11:51 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
G08089+ C32494 | 9:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h11 | 12:21 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
C02137+ C32993 | 9:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h52 | 12:32 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
C02137+ C32449 | 9:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h02 | 12:42 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
G08094+ C32504 | 10:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h11 | 13:21 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from London to Keighley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 23:33 |
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Discover the best of Keighley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Keighley trip today.
Former Brontë home displaying manuscripts, personal items and period rooms. Essential for literary history in nearby Haworth.
Victorian house museum in a landscaped park, showing decorative arts, geology, natural history and local collections.
Railway museum displays heritage locomotives, carriages and railway objects at Ingrow, ideal for families and transport enthusiasts.
Historic steep street lined with stone buildings, independent shops and literary associations. A classic walk in Haworth.
Large public park with formal gardens, woodland, play areas and the nearby hall ruins. Good for walks and relaxed sightseeing.
Popular moorland beauty spot above Haworth with reservoir views and paths onto the Pennine landscape. Great for a scenic walk.
A hearty West Yorkshire soup of vegetables and pulses, traditionally linked to local chapel and community cooking.
A crumbly cow’s milk cheese long made in Yorkshire, often eaten with fruit cake; a classic regional savoury-sweet pairing.
A famous Yorkshire pairing of sharp local cheese with rich fruit cake, common in cafés and homes across the county.
Smart restaurant known for Persian and Middle Eastern cooking, with grilled meats, rice dishes and a relaxed atmosphere.
Popular laid-back venue serving Nepalese and Indian dishes with friendly service and a modern casual setting.
Established country pub and dining venue near Keighley, known for hearty British cooking and a traditional inn feel.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and meals are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Keighley 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 Keighley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Keighley trains use the London Kings Cross to Keighley station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Keighley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Paddington 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Keighley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Old White Lion Hotel Restaurant, Busfeild Arms
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Ticket office support is available at Keighley. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Keighley. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Keighley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Keighley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Keighley: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Keighley, Dalesgate Hotel, Premier Inn Keighley.
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