The average train between Leeds and Kirkby takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Leeds to Kirkby. 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 3 hours between Leeds and Kirkby. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 4:42 PM which arrives into Kirkby at 7:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Kirkby. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Kirkby station via Rochdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Leeds to Kirkby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Kirkby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane station.
Book your Leeds to Kirkby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Leeds and Kirkby is 95.3 km. The road distance is 126 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane via Rochdale in around 3h 32m.