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York to Leeds by train
It takes an average of 44m to travel from York to Leeds by train, over a distance of around 22 miles (35 km). There are normally 240 trains per day traveling from York to Leeds and tickets for this journey start from $5.13 when you book in advance.
| First train | 2:35 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:53 am | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Leeds | |
| Journey time | From 21m | |
| Distance | 22 miles (35 km) | |
| Frequency | 240 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $5.13 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from York to Leeds in 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from York to Leeds? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 44 minutes to travel the 35 km from York to Leeds by train, although you can get there in as little as 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 240 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
Train tickets from York to Leeds start from $5.13 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Leeds? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from York to Leeds
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Cheap train tickets from York to Leeds
Book in advance
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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 York to Leeds is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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