Paisley to Leeds train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paisley to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 13 Jul

Cheapest price

£244

Average price

£244

Fastest journey

4 h 34 m

Average duration

4 h 36 m

Trains per day

2

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 £244 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £244.

Fast trains

To travel from Paisley to Leeds you need to make at least one change.

  • ScotRail
    6:264h38
    Paisley
    11:04Leeds
    £2441One-way
    1 change
  • ScotRail
    7:314h34
    Paisley
    12:05Leeds
    £2441One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Paisley to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 36m. 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 £32, and a train costs an average of £244.

Distance: 292 km

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Coach

£244

Average Price

£32

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5h 6m

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Fastest

4h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 50m

Average total duration

6h 20m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

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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 tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail6:26 Paisley
4h38
11:04 Leeds1 change
ScotRail7:31 Paisley
4h34
12:05 Leeds1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Paisley to Leeds by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Paisley to Leeds

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Trains from Paisley to Leeds run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £244 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 02:01, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 4h 34m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £32
Distance
292 km
Average train duration
4h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£244
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
4h 34m
First train
2:01
Last train
19:39
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £32

Train companies: ScotRail from Paisley to Leeds trainsScotRail trains will get you between Paisley and Leeds from £32. 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 34m
Cheapest Price
£244
ScotRail frequency
2 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
The cost of a train ticket from Paisley to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £244, while the average price tends to be around £244.
The train journey from Paisley to Leeds covers a distance of 292 km and takes approximately 4h 34m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Paisley to Leeds is 292 km.
The first train from Paisley to Leeds leaves at 2:01.
The last train from Paisley to Leeds departs at 19:39.
Trains from Paisley to Leeds run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service 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.
There is no night train service from Paisley to Leeds.
The train station in Paisley that goes to Leeds is Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Leeds is by coach, costing approximately £32.
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 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.
A day trip from Paisley to Leeds is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 34m. However, there are 10 train services available per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Paisley to Leeds.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Paisley and Leeds

Most Paisley to Leeds trains use the Paisley Gilmour Street to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Paisley and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Paisley
Arrival train stations in Leeds

Which Paisley station do trains to Leeds leave from?

Trains from Paisley to Leeds leave from Paisley Gilmour Street. The station is 2 km from Paisley city centre at Paisley Gilmour Street station, County Square, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 1BS.
Paisley CanalPaisley Canal station, Causeyside Street, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA2 6SZParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Paisley Canal from Paisley city centre

Paisley Canal is 1 km from Paisley city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus26 · 7m · £6 · every ~21 min

Paisley Canal train station facilities and services

Paisley Canal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Paisley Canal.

Tickets and information

Information desks are 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Paisley Canal: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Paisley Canal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Paisley Canal: 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.

HawkheadHawkhead station, Seedhill Road, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA2 7BBParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hawkhead from Paisley city centre

Hawkhead is 2 km from Paisley city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainPaisley Canal - Glasgow Central · 2m · £0.89 · every ~3 min
Bus10, 10A · 18m · £6 · every ~2 min

Hawkhead train station facilities and services

Hawkhead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Hawkhead.

Tickets and information

Information desks are 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hawkhead: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Hawkhead: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hawkhead: 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.

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