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Trains from Reading Stations to Leeds (LDS)

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37

train journeys
per day

163

miles (263 kms)

3hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

03:54 / 00:30

first / last train

1

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Leeds , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Leeds is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 48 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Leeds.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Leeds Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:54
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:23
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:35
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:51
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:20
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:41
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:47
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:45
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:20
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:20
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:51
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Reading
    Leeds
    Reading to Leeds

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and Leeds

The travel time between Reading Stations and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Leeds 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 03:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Reading Stations to Leeds

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Leeds.

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