The average train between Leeds and Arbroath takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds to Arbroath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Leeds and Arbroath. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 8:07 PM which arrives into Arbroath at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Arbroath station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Leeds to Arbroath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Arbroath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Arbroath station.
Book your Leeds to Arbroath train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leeds and Arbroath is 314.6 km. The road distance is 487 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Arbroath via Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 18m.