The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 40 trains that leave Newcastle station (NCL) for Leeds station (LDS) every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
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Compare coach and train for Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 131 km
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Live departures
Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for today, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C27208 | On time 04:21 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h01 | 06:22 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
P00146+ C26877 | On time 04:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h02 | 06:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
Y23492+ C26257 | On time 05:28 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h34 | 07:02 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C26318 | On time 05:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h37 | 07:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C27206 | On time 06:00 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 07:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23745 | On time 06:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 08:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C27203 | On time 06:48 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h40 | 08:28 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23498+ Y05187 | On time 06:55 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 08:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C23749 | On time 07:39 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 09:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C27200 | On time 08:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 09:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23755 | 08:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 10:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26363 | On time 09:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 10:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23761 | On time 09:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 11:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26360 | On time 10:03 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 11:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23768 | On time 10:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 12:07 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26357 | On time 11:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 12:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23773 | On time 11:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 13:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26354 | On time 12:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 13:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23294+ C23780 | On time 12:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h40 | 14:07 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C23780 | On time 12:42 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 14:07 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26351 | On time 13:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 14:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23785 | On time 13:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 15:07 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26348 | 14:03 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 15:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23306+ C26137 | On time 14:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h35 | 16:01 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C23792 | On time 14:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 16:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26345 | On time 15:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 16:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23797 | On time 15:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 17:07 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26342 | On time 16:03 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h23 | 17:26 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23318+ C23800 | On time 16:29 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h39 | 18:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C23800 | On time 16:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 18:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26339 | On time 17:03 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 18:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23324+ C23804 | On time 17:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h40 | 19:07 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C23804 | On time 17:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 19:07 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23327+ Y04280 | On time 17:59 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h42 | 19:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C26336 | On time 18:03 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 19:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23330+ C23807 | On time 18:29 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h39 | 20:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C23807 | On time 18:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 20:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23333+ W50514 | On time 19:04 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h38 | 20:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C26333 | On time 19:07 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h20 | 20:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23362 | On time 19:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h22 | 21:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26545 | On time 19:44 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 21:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23337+ Y02355 | On time 20:17 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h36 | 21:53 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C26548 | 20:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 22:28 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C25950 · C27178 | On time 22:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h45 | 23:46 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
Y23345 | On time 22:45 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h57 | 00:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS)
Trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:21, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 03:21 |
Last train 22:52 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER from Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsTransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER trains will get you between Newcastle station (NCL) and Leeds station (LDS) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle station (NCL) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Newcastle station (NCL) and Leeds station (LDS)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- 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
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