The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Leeds
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Leeds will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 5 trains that leave Brighton for Leeds on Wed, Nov 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 344 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 4 h 21 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 213 miles (344 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€82 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Leeds trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y36845+ Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+ Y23197 | On time 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h07 | 12:16 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
Y36850+ Y23200 | On time 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h08 | 12:47 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
Y36854+ Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+ P00091 | On time 9:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h00 | 1:14 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
Y36860+ Y23206 | On time 9:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h01 | 1:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
Y36864+ Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+ Y23208 | On time 10:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h02 | 2:16 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
Y36870+ Y23212 | On time 10:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h05 | 2:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Brighton to Leeds trains with Omio?
LNER as well as Thameslink and East Midlands Trains offer trains services from Brighton to Leeds. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to Leeds.
Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink and East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Leeds.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While LNER tickets can be bought on LNER's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Thameslink and East Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Brighton to Leeds.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Leeds.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Leeds
Trains from Brighton to Leeds run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (344 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 213 miles (344 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 02:10 |
Last train 23:47 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Brighton to Leeds start from as low as $51 (€42) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $100 (€82) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Brighton to Leeds with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 0m but the average duration is 3h 58m
Train Operators
- Travel from Brighton to Leeds with LNER, Thameslink, and East Midlands Trains
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is LNER.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Brighton station (BTN) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS)
- First train typically departs at 02:10 AM and the last at 11:47 PM
Train companies: LNER, Thameslink, East Midlands Trains from Brighton to Leeds trainsLNER, Thameslink, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Brighton and Leeds from $16 (€13). 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 Brighton to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Leeds
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelters are available on the platforms
- Storage location: Subway
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Domino's Pizza
- Salt and Charcoal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Travelodge Brighton
- ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern services
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- 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
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