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Liverpool - Leeds Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 12 daily train trips between Liverpool and Leeds. The average train journey from Liverpool to Leeds takes one hour and 26 minutes, but some TransPennine Express train trips are as short as one hour and 23 minutes.

Distance65 mi (105 km)
Fastest train1h 23m
Lowest priceCA$22.43
Trains per day12
Most frequent serviceTransPennine Express
Train lines1

Which train should you take from Liverpool to Leeds?

TransPennine Express is the one and only train line which connects Liverpool to Leeds. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
TransPennine Express121h 27mCA$25.16
  • TransPennine Express train tickets from Liverpool to Leeds start from CA$22, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 TransPennine Express schedules to Leeds. TransPennine Express in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime Street Station . And in Leeds trains arrive at New Station St .

    From Liverpool to Leeds train travel on TransPennine Express takes 1 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leeds faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 23 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express offers 12 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Leeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Liverpool and Leeds is approximately 65 miles, or 105 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 26 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 23 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Liverpool to Leeds. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Liverpool at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Liverpool to Leeds.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Leeds to Liverpool.

City Information

Liverpool

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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.

To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.

Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.

Leeds

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Leeds is where you should go if you're looking for action, entertainment, history, and culture in the Yorkshire area. Its vibrant community attracts visitors from all places, especially when sports, theatre, and dance events occur in the city.

Prepare to be mesmerized by the city's remarkable Victorian arcades as well as historic houses and estates. Start your tour at Shibden Hall in West Yorkshire, a landmark built in 1420. You should also drop by the Royal Armories Museum to see a spectacular display of arms and armors used in different parts of the world.

Leeds has long served as a destination for world-class performances and events. Leeds' entertainment calendar is one that never runs dry. Check out the Leeds Playhouse for some theatrical performances and The HiFi Club if you want to enjoy live music 'til the break of dawn.

Traveling to Leeds is scenic and straightforward on Northern Rail. The central train station in the city is located at New Station Street. Additional transportation is offered by the buses serving the area: National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus. Thanks to affordable bus tickets, see how you can travel to Leeds and 4 other iconic United Kingdom cities for under £60.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Liverpool?

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Main departure station: Liverpool Lime Street Station

Liverpool's main rail terminus, Lime Street Station, was opened in 1836, making it the oldest operating mainline rail station in the world. It receives regular services from London via TransPennine Express. Local Merseyrail services arrive and depart from under the main station concourse. Here you'll find several stores and restaurants, as well as coffee shops such as Starbucks, restrooms, and luggage lockers. Long-distance National Express and Megabus coaches depart from the bus station at Liverpool One shopping mall, a six-minute walk away.

All train stations in Liverpool:

  • Liverpool Lime Street Station

Where is the train station in Leeds?

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Main arrival station: New Station St

New Station Street is located in front of the large Leeds Railway Station. The West Yorkshire Combined Authority partnered with Leeds City Council and Network Rail to transform the area outside the station to better accommodate the influx of people catching a train, bus, taxi, or walking to/from the city center. As a result, you will find an expansive pedestrian forecourt area from the station to the Queen's Hotel and many seating areas. The station's interior offers many opportunities to shop or dine before catching a train. This is where you can find additional amenities, including restrooms and travel information. Several train lines make the stop in Leeds, most notably CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, and London North Eastern Railway.

Train stations in Leeds:

  • New Station St

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