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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Leeds is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h 5m.

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 15m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Leeds Cultural Stop C. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 5m.

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 15m.

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 15m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m 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 FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal 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 15m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Milton Keynes, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 10m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Gatwick to Leeds bus arrive?

Gatwick to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport 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 - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 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 - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 15m
£65–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Uk905
8h 5m
£25–45
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 426 / ...
7h 10m
£41–97
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 Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h
£77–241
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
5h 5m
£108–173
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 29m
£50–160
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
5h 30m
£91–315
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
6h 10m
£129–274

Gatwick to Leeds by train

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 7h 10m.

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