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London to Leeds by train
The journey from London to Leeds by train is 169.36 mi and takes 2 hrs 21 mins. There are 26 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:47 and the last at 22:00. It is possible to travel from London to Leeds by train for as little as £27.01 or as much as £178.28. The best price for this journey is £27.01.
| Lowest Price | £27.01 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 21 mins |
| Connection per Day | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern 26 |
| Lowest Price | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern £27.01 |
| Highest Price | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern £178.28 |
| First Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern 05:47 |
| Last Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern 22:00 |
| Distance | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern 169.36 mi |
| Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern London |
| Arrival | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern Leeds |
| Carriers | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Great Northern |
London to Leeds Train Times
Compare prices and tickets from London to Leeds
Best time to book London to Leeds travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.85 to £52.80 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 98% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Leeds
The cheapest London - Leeds train tickets can be found for as low as £36.00 if you’re lucky, or £43.69 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £48.74.
Find the best day to travel to Leeds by train
When travelling to Leeds by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink from London to Leeds
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Leeds by train.
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London to Leeds CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
19.08kg
Bus
20.44kg
Flight
54.51kg
Car
43.61kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Leeds by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Leeds are 19.08kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Leeds? By taking the train between London and Leeds you will save 35.43kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.36kg compared to a bus and 24.53kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from London to Leeds?
A train ticket from London to Leeds is £73.12. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £27.01.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Leeds?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Leeds is £27.01. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Leeds by train?
London to Leeds is 169.36 mi.
How long does the train between London and Leeds take?
London to Leeds is on average 2 hrs 21 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 12 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Leeds?
The train journey from London to Leeds is covered by 8 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central and Great Northern.
How many train connections per day go from London to Leeds?
London to Leeds has 26 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Leeds leave?
The earliest train from London to Leeds departs at 05:47. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Leeds depart?
The latest train from London to Leeds departs at 22:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Leeds in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £27.01 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Leeds?
There are on average 20 direct connection(s) from London to go to Leeds.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Leeds by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Leeds is 2 hrs 12 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Leeds?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Leeds.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Leeds by train?
The train journey from London to Leeds creates 19.08kg of CO2 emissions.