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Leeds to London Kings Cross train tickets

Compare live resale tickets and real Leeds to London train times today - fast, direct LNER services from Leeds to Kings Cross, checked by our team, up to 80% off face value.

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Distance167 miles
OperatorLNER

Ways to save on top of a resale ticket

Book Advance fares early

Advance tickets are released up to 12 weeks ahead and are usually the cheapest new-ticket option - the earlier you book, the more choice you get.

Travel Off-Peak

Avoiding the morning and evening rush can cut the price of a walk-up fare significantly, even on the same route and operator.

Use a Railcard

A Railcard knocks up to 1/3 off most fares and pays for itself after a handful of journeys if you travel regularly.

Try split ticketing

Buying two or more tickets that cover different legs of the same journey is sometimes cheaper than one through-ticket for the full route.

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Things to do near London Kings Cross

St Pancras International

One of Britain's most beautiful railway buildings, with the Eurostar terminal, champagne bar and high-end food market. Two minutes walk from Kings Cross.

British Library

The national library holds over 170 million items including the Magna Carta and original Beatles lyrics. Free entry to exhibitions. 5 min walk.

Coal Drops Yard

Converted Victorian coal warehouses now housing independent restaurants, boutiques and event spaces in King's Cross. 10 min walk.

Granary Square

Waterfront public square on the Regent's Canal with seasonal fountains, restaurants and street food. 10 min walk along the canal towpath.

King's Place

Contemporary arts and music venue on the canalside, with two concert halls and free gallery spaces. 5 min walk from the station.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the train from Leeds to London Kings Cross take?
The fastest direct trains cover the 167-mile route in around 2 hours. Most Leeds to London train times run closer to 2 hours 10-20 minutes depending on how many stops the service makes along the East Coast Main Line, including Wakefield, Doncaster and Peterborough.
How much does the Leeds to London train cost?
New Advance fares for this route typically start from around £20-25 when booked early and rise closer to travel or for Anytime/Off-Peak tickets. Resale tickets on SaveMyFare are checked, genuine tickets listed by travellers whose plans changed, usually well below the original Advance price.
Why are trains to Leeds from London so expensive?
LNER is the only operator running direct trains on this route, so unlike some other intercity routes there's no competing operator to keep walk-up fares down. Advance fares booked early are still good value - and resale tickets on SaveMyFare give you a second way to find a cheaper genuine ticket for a specific train.
Which train operator runs Leeds to London Kings Cross?
LNER is the only operator running direct trains between Leeds and London Kings Cross, with around 43 services a day. LNER took over this route from Virgin Trains East Coast in 2018, when it returned to public ownership.
Is there a direct train from Leeds to London, and when's the last one?
Yes - LNER runs direct, no-change trains between Leeds and London Kings Cross roughly every 30 minutes from early morning until around midnight. The exact first and last departure varies by day of the week, so check the live times above for today's actual services.
How can I get cheaper Leeds to London train tickets?
Advance tickets are released up to 12 weeks before travel and are usually the cheapest new-ticket option, so it pays to book early. You can also browse resale tickets on SaveMyFare from travellers whose plans have changed.
Is it safe to buy a resold Leeds to London ticket?
Yes. Every ticket on SaveMyFare is verified against the original booking before it goes live, and payment is held securely until you confirm the ticket has worked.

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