Leeds to London Trains From £22.50*

The train journey from Leeds to London typically takes about 1h 59m. The distance between these two cities is roughly 170 miles (273 km). Generally, there are 52 trains running daily on this route, with the first train departing at 02:34 and the last train leaving at 23:25.

Departing from Leeds Station

The best and fastest train from Leeds to London departs from Leeds Station. Located near the city centre of Leeds in West Yorkshire, Leeds Station is easily accessible by buses and taxis.

This station is one of the busiest in the UK, offering numerous rail services connecting to major cities such as London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, and Liverpool. The main train operators serving this station include London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, and Northern Trains, ensuring a wide range of travel options.

Main stops

The main stops along this journey include Wakefield Westgate, Doncaster, Grantham, Stevenage, and Peterborough. The stops may vary depending on the time, train operators, and train routes.

Arriving at London Kings Cross

For the fastest journey from Leeds to London, take the train that arrives at London King's Cross. Located in the London Borough of Camden, on the edge of Central London, London King's Cross is easily accessible by buses, taxis, and the London Underground.

London King's Cross offers comprehensive train services to key cities including Leeds, Newcastle, Edinburgh, King's Lynn, and Bradford. Major train operators like London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Hull Trains, Grand Central, and Great Northern serve this station, providing travellers with a variety of options.

With direct links to the Metropolitan, Piccadilly, Northern, and Victoria lines, London King's Cross is exceptionally well-connected to the London Underground. This provides passengers with seamless access to different areas across London.

In London, visit the iconic Platform 9¾ at King's Cross Station, explore the British Library's vast collections, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and dining options at Granary Square.

Travel from Leeds to London Kings Cross in about 2 hours and 15 minutes with LNER trains.

Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the rolling hills of Yorkshire, the scenic countryside of the East Midlands, and the picturesque outskirts of London, making for a delightful journey.

LNER is the premier provider of long-distance trains to the East Coast. It offers high-speed trains from Leeds to destinations like London, Edinburgh, Peterborough, the East Midlands, and York.

LNER Standard Class

Travelling in Standard Class gives you access to free onboard WiFi, family-sized tables, power sockets and quiet carriages.

LNER First Class(Azuma)

Travelling in First Class gives you wider, reclining seats with extra legroom, larger tables, complimentary food and drink, and access to First Class lounges.

Travel with LNER

We provide all the information you might need for your journey, including luggage allowance, storage facilities, travelling with children and pets, and assisted travel.

• Luggage: You can bring up to three pieces of luggage for free, including satchels, backpacks, suitcases, and similar items.
• Bicycles: Reserve space in advance for non-folding bikes. Folding bikes can be stored with other luggage.
• Children: On most journeys, children under 5 travel free, ages 5-15 get 50% off, and 16-year-olds can use the 16-17 Saver for 50% off.
• Pets: Bring up to 2 pets free, keep dogs on a lead or in a carrier. No animals on seats or in restaurant cars.
• Passenger Assist: Services for passengers with special needs include assistance, help boarding, reserving wheelchair spaces, detailed rail info, and pet assistance.