Royston to Leeds train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Royston to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

2 h 39 m

Average duration

2 h 39 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

220 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Royston to Leeds will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Royston for Leeds every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 220 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.

LNER
07:432h39
Royston
10:22Leeds
£431One-way
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Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Royston to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royston to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, and a coach costs an average of £45.

Distance: 220 km

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£45

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Cheapest

£45

Average Price

3h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 46m

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30m

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6h 50m

Average total duration

6h 20m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Royston to Leeds

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Trains from Royston to Leeds run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:08, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 2h 37m.

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
220 km
Average train duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 37m
First train
02:08
Last train
21:43
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: Thameslink, Great Northern from Royston to Leeds trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Royston and Leeds from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£132
Thameslink frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
£129
Great Northern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Royston to Leeds train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston 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
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 Royston to Leeds offers varied views, including stretches of picturesque countryside and rolling hills, particularly as the route approaches Yorkshire.
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.
Booking trains from Royston to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Royston to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Royston to Leeds is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 37m and there are 3 trains per day. The distance is 220 km.
The train distance from Royston to Leeds is 220 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Royston to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Royston to Leeds covers a distance of 220 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Royston to Leeds is by train, costing approximately £33.
The train station in Royston that goes to Leeds is Royston station (RYS), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
The first train from Royston to Leeds leaves at 2:08.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Royston to Leeds.
The last train from Royston to Leeds departs at 21:43.
Yes, you can take the train from Royston to Leeds.
Trains from Royston to Leeds run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Royston to Leeds.
There is no night train service from Royston to Leeds.

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Important Stations and Airports in Royston and Leeds

Royston
Leeds
The major train station for departures in Royston is Royston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Royston for your trip from Royston to Leeds.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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