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Billingham to Leuchars by train

First train

06:15

Last train

21:44

Departure station

Billingham

Arrival station

Leuchars

Journey time

From 4h 13m

Distance

138 miles (221 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo

Travelling from Billingham to Leuchars by train

Looking to travel from Billingham to Leuchars by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 7 minutes to travel from Billingham to Leuchars by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 13 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 138 miles (221 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Leuchars, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to get to Leuchars. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Billingham to Leuchars in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Billingham to Leuchars? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Billingham to Leuchars take?

The average journey time by train between Billingham and Leuchars is 5 hours and 7 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Billingham and Leuchars by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Billingham to Leuchars is 4 hours and 13 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Billingham to Leuchars?

No, there are no direct train services from Billingham to Leuchars. Travelling from Billingham to Leuchars by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Billingham to Leuchars leave?

The first train from Billingham to Leuchars leaves at 06:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Billingham to Leuchars leave?

The last train from Billingham to Leuchars leaves at 21:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Billingham and Leuchars by train?

Trains travelling from Billingham to Leuchars cover a distance of around 138 miles (221 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Leuchars to Billingham.

Cheap train tickets from Billingham to Leuchars

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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