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Take the fast train from London to Leeds

Relax as the scenery of England flashes by while you travel from London and Leeds.

Travelling with LNER means you'll arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and relaxed. With our price promise, you'll also get the best value tickets when you book direct on the LNER App.
Average travel time
2h 15m
Distance
168 miles
Greener than a car by
330%

Our cheapest upcoming fares

Standard Class

Sunday 28 Apr 2024
From
£47.80

Standard Class

Friday 24 May 2024
From
£25.10

First Class

Thursday 16 May 2024
From
£56.00

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Upcoming direct journeys for London Kings Cross to Leeds

First train 05:55 Last train 22:00

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London North Eastern Railway from London Kings Cross to Leeds

One of the UK's most exciting cities

LNER trains arrive and depart at Leeds station, located on New Station Street, on top of the river and the Dark Arches.

If you're canny, you can easily find cheap train tickets from London to Leeds and back, with timetables updated in real time.

Things to do in Leeds

From a thriving cultural scene and state-of-the-art shopping centres, to beautiful parks and stunning stately homes, Leeds has it all.

Places to eat in Leeds

With artisan food shops, great cafes, and the best of local produce, you'll never go hungry in Leeds, whatever you feel like having.

Budget friendly things to do in Leeds

There are lots to see and do in Leeds if you're on a budget. Here are a few of our top picks for you.

Get a little extra with your journey

No only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.

When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:

  • Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
  • 2% back on all LNER  journeys

Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.

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RELATED FAQS

Are there direct trains from London King’s Cross to Leeds?

LNER is the only operator to offer a direct train London King’s Cross to Leeds. Running every two hours at peak times, the journey takes roughly two and a quarter hours.

Which rail lines go through Leeds?

East Coast mainline and Cross Country are the two principal lines running through Leeds.

Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King’s Cross and Leeds?

Season tickets are available and you can choose the one that’s right from you ranging from one week to a year on our Season Tickets page.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

Change of plans form

Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

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What are the train stops between London King's Cross and Leeds?

LNER offers two convenient routes from London King's Cross to Leeds. Each route provides a unique travel experience. Here are the stops on each route:

Route 1:
Peterborough
Doncaster
Wakefield Westgate

Route 2:
Stevenage
Grantham
Doncaster
Wakefield Westgate

No matter which route you end up taking, you can expect a comfortable and convenient journey with our reliable train services. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic views as you travel from London King's Cross to Leeds.

What is the cheapest way to get from London King’s Cross to Leeds by train?

If you’re going to Yorkshire from London then do the smart thing by booking in advance and use single tickets to save money rather than the Flexible option. It’s simple to set up a Ticket Alert so you’re ready when the best value Advance tickets go on sale. You’ll be glad to know we don’t charge a booking fee and will refund the difference if you do find a lower cost, that’s our Price Promise.

Which rail lines go through London King’s Cross?

The East Coast Mainline is the primary route through London King’s Cross and the station provides access to rail lines from Hull Trains and Grand Central Trains.

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