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Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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37

train journeys
per day

151

miles (244 kms)

2hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

02:08 / 01:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Leeds and Stansted Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leeds to Stansted Airport is approximately 151 miles (244 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and Stansted Airport.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leeds to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 56 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Leeds to Stansted Airport

Journeys from Leeds to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    02:08
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    08:30
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:41
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:05
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:41
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:14
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:40
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:00
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:15
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:41
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:15
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:16
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:47
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:15
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:16
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:45
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:16
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:45
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:31
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:15
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:16
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:45
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:31
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:45
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    15:41
    Leeds
    Stansted Airport
    Leeds to Stansted Airport

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leeds and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Leeds and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leeds and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:20.

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Amenities on trains between Leeds and Stansted Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leeds & Stansted Airport. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and Stansted Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Leeds and Stansted Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.