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Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
24 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
27 m
Trains on 18 Sept
11
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mirfield to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mirfield to Leeds will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 11 trains from Mirfield to Leeds, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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.
L89386
L89237
L89389
P28453
L89393
L89237
L89242
P28453
L89393
L89389Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mirfield to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 17 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mirfield to Leeds:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Mirfield to Leeds costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 53m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.24. The journey takes 31m versus 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Mirfield to Leeds trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P28453 | On time 6:39 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h26 | 7:05 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C24679 · C24388 | On time 6:46 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h36 | 7:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
L89389 | On time 6:59 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h30 | 7:29 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89237 | On time 7:40 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h24 | 8:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C24609 · W84776 | On time 7:46 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h35 | 8:21 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
L89393 | On time 7:59 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h29 | 8:28 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89242 | On time 8:39 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h24 | 9:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C24686 · C24396 | On time 8:46 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h37 | 9:23 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15831+ G89910 | On time 8:48 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h37 | 9:25 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
L89397 | On time 9:00 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h29 | 9:29 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89246 | On time 9:39 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h25 | 10:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
L89386 | 6:00 Mirfield station (MIR) | 0h32 | 6:32 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Mirfield to Leeds run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 24m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
A major city museum with natural history, archaeology and local history displays suitable for all ages.
A large industrial museum in a former mill, covering textiles, engineering and Leeds’s manufacturing heritage.
A grand pedestrianised square framed by major buildings, often hosting events, markets and seasonal installations.
A lively regenerated waterfront with canalside walks, converted warehouses, public art and independent venues.
A handsome Victorian shopping arcade with mosaics and period detail, ideal for architecture and boutique browsing.
A Leeds speciality of white fish baked in cream and topped with mashed potato. It is tied to Victorian cookery in the city and wider West Yorkshire.
Classic Yorkshire pudding served as a savoury starter with onion gravy. It is a defining county dish commonly eaten in Leeds pubs and Sunday roasts.
Slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A hearty northern pub dish long associated with Yorkshire cooking.
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, welcoming room. Well suited to Leeds' strong South Asian food scene.
Refined British tasting menus in an intimate, modern dining room. A strong choice for seasonal Yorkshire produce and a special-occasion meal.
Lively city-centre restaurant known for dry-aged steaks, burgers and cocktails. Stylish but relaxed, suited to a polished casual dinner.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Northern Trains provides the service from Mirfield to Leeds with trains twice an hour between the two destinations at peak times. During the week, the first train departs from Mirfield around 6:30 a.m. while the last service leaves at 10:30 p.m. At the weekend, trains begin a little later in the morning - around 7:40 a.m on Saturdays and 8:00 a.m on Sundays. The last trains at the weekend leave Mirfield at 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays and around 4:00 p.m. on Sundays. Trains are direct between the two places and both Mirfield and Leeds train stations are located south of the town centres.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mirfield 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.

Most Mirfield to Leeds trains use the Mirfield to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Mirfield and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mirfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mirfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mirfield: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Mirfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mirfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Station is unstaffed. There is a ramp to platform 3 (Huddersfield bound services) from the station car park, however the island platform, platform 1 and 2 are only accessible by steps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
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 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.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
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