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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$62
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$76
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 20
9
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Leeds will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Cambridge to Leeds without transferring at least once.
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C10395Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $69 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, while a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 130 miles (210 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$79 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Leeds:
A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Leeds costing on average $79.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 18m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (2h 20m by train vs 2h 51m by car). Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $55 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C02136+ C02561 | 8:23 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h26 | 11:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02136+ C10395 | 8:51 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h58 | 11:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02091+ G88774+ C10395 | 8:55 AM Cambridge South | 3h27 | 12:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
C02072+ W45782 | 9:23 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h32 | 12:55 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G08099+ G00963 | 11:00 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h22 | 1:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00965+ G08107 | 12:00 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h22 | 2:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G08111+ G00968 | 1:00 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h21 | 3:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02074+ W45778 | 1:23 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h31 | 4:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G08118+ P76853+ C21589 | 1:30 PM Cambridge North (CMB) | 2h52 | 4:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Cambridge to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 but you can travel from only $22 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:58, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 130 miles (210 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 1:58 AM |
Last train 10:51 PM |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Leeds Coach Station -> Leeds Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Leeds trains use the Cambridge to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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