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

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37

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

2hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:55 / 02:17

first / last train

33

direct trains

5

operators run

3

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between London Kings Cross and Leeds , with 33 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Kings Cross to Leeds is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Kings Cross to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 24 mins.

Map of the rail routes from London Kings Cross to Leeds

Journeys from London Kings Cross to Leeds Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:55
    2 hrs 28 minsDirect
    08:23
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:33
    2 hrs 19 minsDirect
    08:52
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:03
    2 hrs 13 minsDirect
    09:16
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:33
    2 hrs 12 minsDirect
    09:45
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:03
    2 hrs 14 minsDirect
    10:17
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:33
    2 hrs 14 minsDirect
    10:47
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:03
    2 hrs 13 minsDirect
    11:16
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:33
    2 hrs 12 minsDirect
    11:45
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:03
    2 hrs 13 minsDirect
    12:16
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:33
    2 hrs 14 minsDirect
    12:47
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:03
    2 hrs 13 minsDirect
    13:16
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:33
    2 hrs 12 minsDirect
    13:45
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:03
    2 hrs 13 minsDirect
    14:16
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:33
    2 hrs 15 minsDirect
    14:48
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:03
    2 hrs 13 minsDirect
    15:16
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:33
    2 hrs 12 minsDirect
    15:45
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:03
    2 hrs 13 minsDirect
    16:16
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:33
    2 hrs 19 minsDirect
    16:52
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:03
    2 hrs 13 minsDirect
    17:16
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:33
    2 hrs 16 minsDirect
    17:49
    London Kings Cross
    Leeds
    London Kings Cross to Leeds

About London Kings Cross Station

Station name London Kings Cross (KGX)
AddressLondon Kings Cross station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, N1 9AL
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:45 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersAvailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
AddressLeeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 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 DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Kings Cross and Leeds

The travel time between London Kings Cross and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Kings Cross 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 05:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:17.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 33 direct services per day from London Kings Cross to Leeds

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

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