The average train between Windermere and Leeds takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Windermere 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 hourly between Windermere and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Leeds at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Windermere to Leeds? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Leeds station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Windermere to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Windermere to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Windermere to Leeds train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Windermere and Leeds is 109.8 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Leeds via Oxenholme Lake District and Preston in around 3h 30m.