The cheapest and fastest trains from Saltaire to Leeds
Cheapest price
£1
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saltaire to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saltaire to Leeds will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £1.
Of the 5 trains that leave Saltaire for Leeds every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Saltaire to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saltaire to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 17 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Saltaire to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Saltaire to Leeds trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:07 Saltaire | 0h34 | 11:41 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:37 Saltaire | 0h17 | 18:54 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 06:05 Saltaire | 0h18 | 06:23 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:35 Saltaire | 0h21 | 07:56 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:29 Saltaire | 0h30 | 08:59 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saltaire to Leeds
Trains from Saltaire to Leeds run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 17m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Saltaire to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Saltaire and Leeds from £1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Saltaire to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saltaire 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Saltaire and Leeds
- Car Park: On-street Parking
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Ramped access to both platform 1 and 2 via road bridge, though road is cobbled. High camber between platform and train
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts cards only (due to vandalism)
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stop (25851) on Caroline Street a short walk from the station.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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