What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Leeds?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Leeds is to bus via Northampton which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Leeds?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station via Lake. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Leeds via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Leeds?

The distance between Gatwick and Leeds is 216 miles. The road distance is 228.8 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Leeds without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Leeds?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Gatwick to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Leeds bus from?

Gatwick to Leeds bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Leeds train from?

Gatwick to Leeds train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick to Leeds?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Northampton, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 59m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Gatwick to Leeds bus arrive?

Gatwick to Leeds bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Lake station.

Where does the Gatwick to Leeds train arrive?

Gatwick to Leeds train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Leeds is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Gatwick to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick to Leeds?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick to Leeds?

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Where can I stay near Leeds?

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Gatwick to Leeds - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick to Leeds by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 16m
£45–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 426 / ...
7h
£26–68
Bus via Northampton
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Lakebus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Lake to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk002
5h 59m
£29–47
Drive 227.4 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Leedscar 227.4 mi
3h 50m
£56–81
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 11m
£73–264
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LGW - LBA
5h 40m
£57–152
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
5h 42m
£81–403

Gatwick to Leeds by train

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Distance: 214.3 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Leeds, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Leeds via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station via Lake in around 5h 59m.

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