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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds
Showing times and prices for 15 Nov
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
26 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Fast trains
Of the 12 trains that leave Sowerby Bridge for Leeds every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 41 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.
Y0393409:230h41
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)10:04Leeds station (LDS)
£51One-way
0 changes
Y0390110:230h41
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)11:04Leeds station (LDS)
£51One-way
0 changes
Y0390912:230h41
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)13:04Leeds station (LDS)
£71One-way
0 changes
Y0231012:580h44
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)13:42Leeds station (LDS)
£71One-way
0 changes
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Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)15:41Leeds station (LDS)
£71One-way
0 changes
Y0393409:230h41
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)10:04Leeds station (LDS)
£51One-way
0 changes
Y0390110:230h41
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)11:04Leeds station (LDS)
£51One-way
0 changes
Y0390912:230h41
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)13:04Leeds station (LDS)
£71One-way
0 changes
Y0391614:230h41
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)15:04Leeds station (LDS)
£71One-way
0 changes
Y0393113:230h41
Sowerby Bridge station (SOW)14:04Leeds station (LDS)
£81One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sowerby Bridge to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 26 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sowerby Bridge to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Sowerby Bridge to Leeds trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:58 Sowerby Bridge | 0h44 | 13:42 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:23 Sowerby Bridge | 0h41 | 14:04 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
| Y03934 | On time 09:23 Sowerby Bridge station (SOW) | 0h41 | 10:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02257 | On time 09:58 Sowerby Bridge station (SOW) | 0h44 | 10:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y03901 | On time 10:23 Sowerby Bridge station (SOW) | 0h41 | 11:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y00950 | On time 10:58 Sowerby Bridge station (SOW) | 0h45 | 11:43 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y03928 | On time 11:22 Sowerby Bridge station (SOW) | 0h42 | 12:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 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
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:32 |
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: Northern Rail (3) from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sowerby Bridge and Leeds from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Rail (3) frequency
50 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at 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 on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Sowerby Bridge to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sowerby Bridge 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.
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.
Booking trains from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
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.
The train journey from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds covers a distance of 26 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds is by train, costing approximately £2.
The train station in Sowerby Bridge that goes to Leeds is Sowerby Bridge station (SOW), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
The cost of a train ticket from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The first train from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds leaves at 0:05.
Trains from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds run approximately 5 times per day.
The train distance from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds is 26 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds.
The last train from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds departs at 23:32.
Yes, you can take the train from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds.
Yes, there is a direct train between Sowerby Bridge and Leeds. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
To get from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sowerby Bridge and Leeds
Sowerby Bridge
Leeds
The major train station for departures in Sowerby Bridge is Sowerby Bridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sowerby Bridge for your trip from Sowerby Bridge to Leeds.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed however disabled passengers can still get access onto the platforms. Level access onto Manchester bound platforms from car park. Steeped ramp to Leeds bound platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Sowerby Bridge
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop at the station but not many buses stop there.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station car park.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
The major train station for arrivals in Leeds is Bramley (West Yorks). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bramley (West Yorks) for your journey to Leeds from Sowerby Bridge.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Bramley (West Yorks)
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Burley Park
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cottingley
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the layby/Bus stop on Cottingley Drive (10325/10325)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Headingley
- 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
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transport options for Leeds
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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