The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Leeds
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Leeds will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 5 trains that leave Slough 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 262 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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 Slough to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 262 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£69 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Slough to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 03:59 Slough | 3h53 | 07:52 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:53 Slough | 3h52 | 08:45 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:38 Slough | 3h36 | 12:14 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:59 Slough | 3h17 | 13:16 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:38 Slough | 3h38 | 15:16 Leeds | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Slough to Leeds by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Slough to Leeds
Trains from Slough to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 02:10 |
Last train 22:08 |
Train companies: LNER, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line from Slough to Leeds trainsLNER, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Slough and Leeds from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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First Hull Trains
CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
Elizabeth Line
FAQs: Slough to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Slough and Leeds
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
- Located in the main hall
- 36 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- 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
- 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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