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Royal Armouries Museum
The National Museum of Arms and Armour with major collections of historic weapons, armour, and live demonstrations. One of Leeds’s best-known cultural attractions.
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 $42.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $46 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 $42 (€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 ($39 (€32) vs $46 (€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.
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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 |
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Generally cheaper than London. Hotels vary, while everyday food, transport, and drinks are mid-priced for UK city travel.
Service charge is not usually added outside some upscale venues. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in pubs and cafes is optional.
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Leeds Bradford Airport, Leeds -> Leeds Station, 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.

Most Alnwick to Leeds trains use the Alnmouth to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Alnwick and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley 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.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: 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.
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