The cheapest and fastest trains from Alnwick to Leeds
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alnwick to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alnwick to Leeds will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alnwick for Leeds on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
9:40 AM2h36Alnwick12:16 PMLeeds$461One-way0 transfers
9:40 AM2h36Alnwick12:16 PMLeeds$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Alnwick to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alnwick to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $43.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alnwick to Leeds:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alnwick to Leeds costing on average $43 (€34).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
The journey is about 39m faster (1h 53m by train vs 2h 32m by car) and roughly $8 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 (€32) vs $47 (€38)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Alnwick to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Alnwick to Leeds trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C75063 | On time 12:07 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h58 | 2:05 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11835+ L37238 | On time 12:29 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h58 | 2:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C75092+ Y11835 | Delayed 12:40 PM 12:29 PMAlnmouth (ALM) | 2h35 | 3:04 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
L37275 · L37241 | On time 1:22 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 2h05 | 3:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C75095 | On time 2:07 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h58 | 4:05 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11841+ L37244 | On time 2:29 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h58 | 4:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G91187+ L37263 | On time 7:09 PM Chathill station (CHT) | 3h19 | 10:28 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G91187+ Y11864+ Y26147 | On time 7:09 PM Chathill station (CHT) | 2h45 | 9:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alnwick to Leeds
Trains from Alnwick to Leeds run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 4:18 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Alnwick to Leeds trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Alnwick and Leeds from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alnwick to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alnwick to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alnwick to Leeds
- 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 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: 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
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