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Trains from Leeds (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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45

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

1hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

02:11 / 00:33

first / last train

32

direct trains

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leeds (LDS) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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On a typical weekday there are 45 scheduled rail journeys between Leeds and London Kings Cross , with 32 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leeds to London Kings Cross is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and London Kings Cross.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leeds to London Kings Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Leeds to London Kings Cross Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    02:11
    4 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    07:00
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:05
    2 hrs 25 mins Direct
    07:30
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 20 mins Direct
    07:50
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    2 hrs 25 mins Direct
    08:30
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 9 mins Direct
    08:49
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 59 mins Direct
    08:59
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    09:30
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    2 hrs 18 mins Direct
    09:59
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:42
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:14
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    10:30
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:53
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    11:00
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    11:30
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:48
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    11:59
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    12:29
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    13:00
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    13:28
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:16
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    13:52
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 16 mins Direct
    14:01
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds to London Kings Cross

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 London Kings Cross Station

Station name London Kings Cross (KGX)
Address London Kings Cross station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, N1 9AL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:45 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leeds and London Kings Cross

The travel time between Leeds and London Kings Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leeds and London Kings Cross vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 45 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:33.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 32 direct services per day from Leeds to London Kings Cross

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and London Kings Cross.

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