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Journey information from London to Leeds

  • Train Fares from: £ 105.20
  • Fastest route: 2h 11m
  • Slowest route: 2h 13m
  • Average Journey Time: 2h 12m
  • Changes: Direct
  • Train per day: Around 48
  • Distance: 169 miles (272 km)
  • Train operators: Virgin Trains East Coast
  • Origin: London
  • Destination: Leeds

London to Leeds train times information

Virgin Trains East Coast offers a direct train service between London Kings Cross and Leeds every hour at 03 and 33 minutes past the hour and journeys take just under two and a half hours. Additionally, Northern Rail and Grand Central offer indirect services. These trips take upwards of two and a half hours.

Virgin Trains East Coast trains are equipped with a variety of amenities, including bicycle storage and free pet boarding, free Wi-Fi, a café bar, restaurant and at-seat dining for first class travellers.

*Information correct at time of writing (March 2011). May be subject to change
  • How long does it take to travel from London to Leeds by train?

    The average journey time between London and Leeds is 2 hours 12 minutes. The fastest journey time is 2 hours 11 minutes. On an average weekday, there are 48 trains per day travelling from London to Leeds. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration 2h 12m
  • Are there direct trains from London to Leeds?

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

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  • What time are the first and last train from London to Leeds?

    The first train from London to Leeds departs at 05:50. The last train from London to Leeds departs at 23:30. No sleeper services are available. There may also be less services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

    First train 05:50
    Last train 23:30

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