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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Aintree is to bus via Liverpool, Liverpool One which costs £14 - £22 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Aintree is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Aintree?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station and arriving at Aintree Racecourse. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Old Roan via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Leeds to Aintree?

The distance between Leeds and Aintree is 81 miles. The road distance is 68.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £18 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Leeds to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Aintree bus from?

Leeds to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Aintree train from?

Leeds to Aintree train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Aintree?

The best way to get from Leeds to Aintree is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £18 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £26 and takes 3h.

Where does the Leeds to Aintree bus arrive?

Leeds to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Racecourse station.

Where does the Leeds to Aintree train arrive?

Leeds to Aintree train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Aintree is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Leeds to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

There are 2268+ hotels available in Aintree.

Leeds to Aintree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Leeds to Aintree by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 7m
£18–56
Bus via Liverpool, Liverpool One
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool OneUk072
4h 7m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Aintree RacecourseGn5
3h
£19–26
Drive 67.9 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Aintree67.9 mi
1h 14m
£17–25

Leeds to Aintree by train and foot

252Weekly Services

2h 7mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 80.2 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–50 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Aintree Racecourse twice a week. Tickets cost £19–26 and the journey takes 3h.

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