The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to York
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to York will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $11.
Of the 6 trains that leave Leeds for York every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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 Leeds to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a coach costs an average of $8.
Distance: 35 km
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57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leeds to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to York trains for today, Tuesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y02550 | On time 6:05 am Leeds station (LDS) | 1h15 | 7:20 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02565 | On time 6:33 am Leeds station (LDS) | 1h13 | 7:46 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26920 | On time 6:41 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h26 | 7:07 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C25998 | On time 6:49 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h22 | 7:11 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02539 | On time 6:59 am Leeds station (LDS) | 1h12 | 8:11 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23476 | On time 7:08 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h23 | 7:31 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26871 | On time 7:13 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h23 | 7:36 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y04393 | On time 7:16 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h33 | 7:49 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02402 | On time 7:36 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h27 | 8:03 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26918 | On time 7:42 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h25 | 8:07 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05405 | On time 7:46 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h29 | 8:15 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C25996 | On time 7:51 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h28 | 8:19 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02546 | On time 8:01 am Leeds station (LDS) | 1h13 | 9:14 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23644 | On time 8:08 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h22 | 8:30 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26865 | On time 8:13 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h23 | 8:36 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y04375 | On time 8:16 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h31 | 8:47 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05424 | On time 8:29 am Leeds station (LDS) | 1h15 | 9:44 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02386 | On time 8:30 am Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 9:00 am York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to York
Trains from Leeds to York run on average 11 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 23m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Leeds to York trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds and York from $3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at York, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and York
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 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: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the layby/Bus stop on Cottingley Drive (10325/10325)
- Metro: WYPTE 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
- Car Park: Station car park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Lift access to both platforms between 05:30 and 00:30
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up and drop off in the front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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