Paisley to Leeds train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paisley to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£53

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

4 h 57 m

Average duration

5 h 21 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

292 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paisley to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Paisley to Leeds will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Paisley for Leeds every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 292 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 49 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.

ScotRail
08:465h36
Paisley
14:22Leeds
£531One-way
0 changes
LNER
08:265h01
Paisley
13:27Leeds
£541One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
08:375h49
Paisley
14:26Leeds
£661One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
15:584h57
Paisley
20:55Leeds
£721One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Paisley to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paisley to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 292 km

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Coach

£42

Average Price

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 20m

Average total duration

6h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Paisley to Leeds train times

The table below shows live departures for Paisley to Leeds trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:28
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail05:33 Paisley
5h32
11:05 Leeds0 changesdirect
transpennine_express06:33 Paisley
5h05
11:38 Leeds0 changesdirect
northern_rail08:03 Paisley
4h32
12:35 Leeds0 changesdirect
cross_country09:31 Paisley
5h37
15:08 Leeds0 changesdirect
northern_rail17:03 Paisley
4h45
21:48 Leeds0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Paisley to Leeds

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Trains from Paisley to Leeds run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:01, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 5h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
292 km
Average train duration
5h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
5h 0m
First train
02:01
Last train
18:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: ScotRail from Paisley to Leeds trainsScotRail trains will get you between Paisley and Leeds from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest Price
£242
ScotRail frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Paisley to Leeds train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paisley 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.

FAQs
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit the Tudor-Jacobean Temple Newsam, which features beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging displays on the history of medicine. For cultural experiences, The Grand Theatre hosts a variety of performances, including opera, ballet, and musicals. For shopping, the Victoria Quarter is renowned for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Noteworthy sights include the Royal Armouries Museum with its vast collection of arms and armor, the Leeds Art Gallery showcasing British art, and Roundhay Park, one of Europe's largest city parks. Kirkstall Abbey and Harewood House provide historical and picturesque settings with impressive art collections and landscaped gardens.
A stay of two to three days is ideal to explore Leeds, allowing time to visit its museums, shop in its historic arcades, and enjoy the local dining scene.
The train journey from Paisley to Leeds offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the rolling hills of the Southern Uplands and sections of picturesque countryside, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Leeds is by train, costing approximately £29.
The cost of a train ticket from Paisley to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train distance from Paisley to Leeds is 292 km.
A day trip from Paisley to Leeds is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 0m. However, there are 10 train services available per day.
Booking trains from Paisley to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Paisley to Leeds departs at 18:57.
There is no night train service from Paisley to Leeds.
The train journey from Paisley to Leeds covers a distance of 292 km and takes approximately 5h 0m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train station in Paisley that goes to Leeds is Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
The first train from Paisley to Leeds leaves at 2:01.
Trains from Paisley to Leeds run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Paisley to Leeds.
Yes, you can take the train from Paisley to Leeds.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Paisley to Leeds.
To get from Paisley to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Paisley and Leeds

Paisley
Leeds
The major train station for departures in Paisley is Hawkhead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hawkhead for your trip from Paisley to Leeds.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hawkhead
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Seedhill Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B station. This station has step-free access to single platform
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Paisley Canal
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Causeyside Street

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