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The average train between London and Leeds takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from London to Leeds. 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 30 minutes between London and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from London is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Leeds at 2:12 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross station and arriving at Leeds station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.
London to Leeds train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.
London to Leeds train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leeds station.
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The distance between London and Leeds is 271.9 km. The road distance is 311 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 2h 10m.
