How much is the train ticket from London to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Leeds start from $36. The average price for this train route is around $106. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Leeds?

The average train ride duration from London to Leeds is 2h 13m, covering a distance of 167 miles (270 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 9m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway .

Which train operators service the London to Leeds route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Leeds?

The earliest train departs from London to Leeds at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:33pm.

Train London to Leeds from $35

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Leeds on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:33pm	King's Cross	2h 38m	12:11am	Leeds	Cheapest
	Train	9:33pm	King's Cross	2h 38m	12:11am	Leeds	Fastest

Next departures for London to Leeds on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:33am	King's Cross	2h 12m	9:45am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:03am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:14am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:03am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:14am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:33am	King's Cross	2h 12m	9:45am	Leeds	No tags
Train	8:03am	King's Cross	2h 14m	10:17am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for London to Leeds on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	King's Cross	2h 19m	6:52pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:35am	King's Cross	2h 10m	9:45am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:03am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:14am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:03am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:14am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:35am	King's Cross	2h 10m	9:45am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for London to Leeds on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36am	King's Cross	2h 13m	10:49am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	10:10am	King's Cross	2h 12m	12:22pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	8:36am	King's Cross	2h 13m	10:49am	Leeds	No tags
Train	9:36am	King's Cross	2h 13m	11:49am	Leeds	No tags
Train	9:36am	King's Cross	2h 13m	11:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for London to Leeds on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	11:21am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	King's Cross	2h 9m	10:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:21am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:21am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:39am	King's Cross	2h 10m	9:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for London to Leeds on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	11:21am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	King's Cross	2h 9m	10:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:21am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:21am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:39am	King's Cross	2h 10m	9:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for London to Leeds on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	11:21am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	King's Cross	2h 9m	10:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:21am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:21am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:39am	King's Cross	2h 10m	9:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for London to Leeds on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	11:21am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	King's Cross	2h 9m	10:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:21am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:10am	King's Cross	2h 11m	9:21am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:39am	King's Cross	2h 10m	9:49am	Leeds	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Leeds

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

67bus per day

4h 45mAverage Duration

170 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $103	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$36 - $369	Average Duration2h 13m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $57	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

Based on 31 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. London North Eastern Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $36

London North Eastern Railway London Leeds recent customer reviews

Its comfortable

Gabriela C.

March 27, 2023

Very good

Bernard K.

April 12, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Leeds by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Leeds?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Leeds start from $36. The average price for this train route is around $106. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Leeds?
The average train ride duration from London to Leeds is 2h 13m, covering a distance of 167 miles (270 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 9m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators service the London to Leeds route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Leeds?
The earliest train departs from London to Leeds at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:33pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$102

12/10

$86

Today

$93

12/12

$79

12/13

$64

12/14

$83

12/15

$83

12/16

$74

The cheapest trip from London to Leeds was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $64

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Leeds, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $64 to $356 for a train ticket from London to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2025-12-13.