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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 272 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£64 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from London to Leeds, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Leeds:
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Leeds costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 15m.
The journey is about 1h 42m faster (2h 16m by train vs 3h 58m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£64 vs £65). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Leeds from London by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from London to Leeds is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Leeds are York, Manchester, Sheffield, Harrogate and Skipton. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Leeds on Omio.
York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
Harrogate is a Yorkshire spa town known for its gardens, Turkish Baths and classic tea rooms. Elegant streets and easy access to nearby countryside give it a calm, polished character.
Skipton is a North Yorkshire market town known for its medieval castle and its position on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Its canalside setting, traditional shops and long market heritage give it a friendly, grounded character.
About 186 miles (300 km) apart, the journey from London to Leeds can be made direct by bus or train, and there are also flights available. Flying takes around 1 hour, which is fairly comparable to taking the bus or train once you factor in commuting and waiting times.
Return journeys from Leeds to London are also available.
Travel to Leeds easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Leeds.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Leeds:
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Leeds costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 15m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Leeds as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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