The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Leeds
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Leeds will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $81.
Of the 6 trains that leave Aberdeen for Leeds every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 374 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and coach for Aberdeen to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 374 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$134 Average Price | $43 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Leeds trains for today, Tuesday, 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:52 am Aberdeen | 6h23 | 3:15 pm Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:11 pm Aberdeen | 5h56 | 6:07 pm Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:52 pm Aberdeen | 5h50 | 7:42 pm Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:18 pm Aberdeen | 6h44 | 12:02 am Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 4:57 am Aberdeen | 6h10 | 11:07 am Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:20 am Aberdeen | 5h47 | 1:07 pm Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Aberdeen to Leeds by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Leeds
Trains from Aberdeen to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 but you can travel from only $22 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:14, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 374 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 374 km |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 02:14 |
Last train 19:07 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Cross Country from Aberdeen to Leeds trainsCrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Aberdeen and Leeds from $22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Leeds by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Aberdeen, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leeds, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Leeds
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express

