The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
To travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
G66607+
W852497:212h10Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:31Leeds station (LDS)£691One-way1 change
G00777+
G158976:492h21Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:10Leeds station (LDS)£691One-way1 change
L89212+
C248926:242h25Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)8:49Leeds station (LDS)£691One-way1 change
G15831 · G15897+
L891806:552h15Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:10Leeds station (LDS)£691One-way2 changes
G66607+
W852497:212h10Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:31Leeds station (LDS)£691One-way1 change
G15831 · G15897+
L891806:552h15Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:10Leeds station (LDS)£691One-way2 changes
G00777+
G158976:492h21Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:10Leeds station (LDS)£691One-way1 change
L89212+
C248926:242h25Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)8:49Leeds station (LDS)£691One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 98 km
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2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h14 | 9:09 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:27 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h13 | 11:40 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h15 | 18:10 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
L89212+ C24892 | 6:24 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 2h25 | 8:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 2:10 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Leeds from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Leeds
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Bramley (West Yorks). Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains to Leeds leave from?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley 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.
Getting to Bramley (West Yorks) from Leeds city centre
Bramley (West Yorks) is 6 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Bramley (West Yorks) train station facilities and services
Bramley (West Yorks) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bramley (West Yorks): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bramley (West Yorks): 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.
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