Wales to Leeds train with Cross Country

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Transport for Wales
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wales to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£206

Average price

£235

Fastest journey

4 h 13 m

Average duration

4 h 15 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Wales to Leeds will cost around £235 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £206.

Fast trains

To travel from Wales to Leeds you need to make at least one change.

Transport for Wales
08:234h38
Cardiff Central
13:01Leeds
£2061One-way
1 change
Cross Country
10:484h13
Cardiff Central
15:01Leeds
£2431One-way
1 change
Cross Country
11:454h16
Cardiff Central
16:01Leeds
£2431One-way
1 change
Cross Country
12:454h16
Cardiff Central
17:01Leeds
£2431One-way
1 change
Cross Country
13:454h16
Cardiff Central
18:01Leeds
£2431One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Wales to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wales to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £29.

Distance: 54 km

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Coach

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£31

Average Price

1h 54m

Average total duration

1h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Wales to Leeds train times

The table below shows live departures for Wales to Leeds trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Cross Country20:48 Cardiff Central
14h13
11:01 Leeds1 change
Sunday 21 December
Transport for Wales08:23 Cardiff Central
4h38
13:01 Leeds1 change
first_great_western09:35 Cardiff Central
4h26
14:01 Leeds1 change
Cross Country10:48 Cardiff Central
4h13
15:01 Leeds1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Wales to Leeds

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Trains from Wales to Leeds run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 21m.

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
54 km
Average train duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
18
Direct trains
13
Fastest train
1h 21m
First train
06:34
Last train
22:59
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: Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Wales to Leeds trainsCross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Wales and Leeds from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 13m
Cheapest Price
£243
Cross Country frequency
4 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 7m
Cheapest Price
£252
first_great_western frequency
7 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 38m
Cheapest Price
£206
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Wales to Leeds train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wales 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.
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.
To get from Wales to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train distance from Wales to Leeds is 54 km.
The train journey from Wales to Leeds covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 18 per day.
Booking trains from Wales to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Wales to Leeds leaves at 6:34.
The cost of a train ticket from Wales to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The last train from Wales to Leeds departs at 22:59.
The cheapest way to get from Wales to Leeds is by train, costing approximately £6.
Trains from Wales to Leeds run approximately 18 times per day.
The train station in Wales that goes to Leeds is Kiveton Bridge (KIV), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Wales to Leeds.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wales to Leeds.
There is no night train service from Wales to Leeds.
Yes, you can take the train from Wales to Leeds.
Yes, a day trip from Wales to Leeds is feasible with a journey duration of 1h 21m and a distance of 54 km. Trains operate 18 times per day.
The train journey from Wales to Leeds offers some scenic views, especially as it passes through the rolling hills and countryside of the Welsh borders and the picturesque landscapes of northern England.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Wales and Leeds

Wales
Leeds
LeedsWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
New Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Caffè Nero
  • KFC
  • Leon
  • McDonald's
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Pret a Manger
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • Delice de France
Taxis
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
Accessibility
  • There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
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
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
  • The Queens Hotel
  • Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
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
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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