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Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Leeds (LDS)

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39

train journeys
per day

169

miles (272 kms)

3hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

04:42 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

9

operators run

8

routes

Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo East and Leeds , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo East to Leeds is approximately 169 miles (272 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 41 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Southeastern, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Leeds.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo East to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo East to Leeds Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:42
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    08:23
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:20
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:57
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:44
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:45
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:57
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:44
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:45
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:44
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:44
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:45
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:44
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:44
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:45
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:44
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:44
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    London Waterloo East
    Leeds
    London Waterloo East to Leeds

About London Waterloo East Station

Station name London Waterloo East (WAE)
Address London Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo East and Leeds

The travel time between London Waterloo East and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo East and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo East and Leeds can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo East & Leeds. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Southeastern, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Leeds.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo East and Leeds, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.