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    12:22
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Journey information from Leeds to London

  • Train Fares from: £16
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: Direct

  • How long does it take to travel from Leeds to London by train?

    The average journey time between Leeds and London is . On an average weekday, there are 48 trains travelling from Leeds to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from Leeds to London by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from Leeds to London cost?

    Train tickets from Leeds to London can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • Are there direct trains from Leeds to London?

    Yes, it is possible to travel from Leeds to London without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from Leeds to London.

    Direct

  • What is the distance between Leeds and London?

    The distance between Leeds and London is 169 miles.

    Distance: 169 miles

  • What time is the first train from Leeds to London?

    The first train from Leeds to London departs at .

    What time is the last train from Leeds to London?

    The last train from Leeds to London departs at .

    First train
    Last train
    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

Leeds to London timetable

Check out the next trains departing from Leeds to London for Monday 25th Jan 2021. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
08:4611:012h 15m, direct
09:1511:312h 16m, direct
09:1812:223h 4m, 1 change
10:1512:302h 15m, direct
10:4513:012h 16m, direct
11:1513:312h 16m, direct
11:4514:012h 16m, direct
12:1514:312h 16m, direct
13:1515:312h 16m, direct
13:4516:012h 16m, direct

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

Looking for other travel options? We also sell National Express coach tickets across the UK. Check out times and tickets for Leeds to London by bus.

How to find cheap train tickets from Leeds to London

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction

3 monthsin advance‡
from£16
2 weeksin advance‡
from£18.50
1 weekin advance‡
from£16
today‡
from£18.50

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Consider a Season Ticket.

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leeds to London is right for you.

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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.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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