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Trains from London Waterloo to Leeds (LDS)

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41

train journeys
per day

169

miles (272 kms)

2hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Leeds , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Leeds is approximately 169 miles (272 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 22 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Leeds Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:07
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    08:23
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:17
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:23
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    08:52
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:20
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    09:16
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    09:45
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:25
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:17
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:47
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    11:16
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    11:45
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    12:16
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:47
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    13:16
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    13:45
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    14:16
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    14:48
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    15:16
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:55
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    15:45
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:16
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:55
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    16:52
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    17:16
    London Waterloo
    Leeds
    London Waterloo to Leeds

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 and Leeds

The travel time between London Waterloo and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo 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 & Leeds. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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