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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price on Sep 10
$52
Average ticket price on Sep 10
$168
Fastest journey on Sep 10
3 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Sep 10
3 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 10
24
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) without transferring at least 2 times.
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W454907:46 AM3h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:21 AMLeeds station (LDS)$521One-way1 transfer- C02071+
G88051+
Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross9:26 AM3h24Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:50 PMLeeds station (LDS)$781One-way2 transfers - G08095+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+W454788:46 AM3h38Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:24 PMLeeds station (LDS)$781One-way2 transfers
- G08100+W454799:46 AM3h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)1:21 PMLeeds station (LDS)$781One-way1 transfer
- C02071+W328759:19 AM3h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:50 PMLeeds station (LDS)$781One-way1 transfer
- C02020+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G264313:26 PM3h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)$2711One-way2 transfers
- C02098+G26438+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross4:26 PM3h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)$2711One-way2 transfers
- C02088+G26424+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross2:26 PM3h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)$1891One-way2 transfers
- C02071+G88051+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross9:26 AM3h24Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:50 PMLeeds station (LDS)$781One-way2 transfers
- G08124+G26421+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross1:56 PM3h25Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:21 PMLeeds station (LDS)$1891One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, while a train costs an average of $118.
Distance: 191 miles (308 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$118 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS):
A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) costing on average $118.
Other travel options to Leeds station (LDS) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 6m.
You'll arrive about 1h 1m sooner (3h 3m by train vs 4h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $118 compared to roughly $86 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.
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for today, Wednesday, September 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02035+W32928 | Delayed 10:01 PM 9:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h09 | 1:28 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 10 | |||||
| C02087+W45477 | 5:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h35 | 9:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02083+G28256 | 5:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h00 | 9:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02169+W32879 | 7:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h30 | 10:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G08088+W45490 | 7:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h35 | 11:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02135+W32874 | 8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h30 | 11:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G08095+W45478+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 8:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h38 | 12:24 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| C02071+W32875 | 9:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h31 | 12:50 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02071+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G88051 | 9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h24 | 12:50 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| G08100+W45479 | 9:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h35 | 1:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02076+G28259 | 1:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h30 | 4:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G08124+W45476 | 1:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h35 | 5:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G08124+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G26421 | 1:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h25 | 5:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| C02088+W32921 | 2:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h30 | 5:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02088+G26424+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 2:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h23 | 5:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| G08131+W45393+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 2:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h35 | 6:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| C02020+G28261 | 3:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h30 | 6:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02020+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G26431 | 3:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h23 | 6:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| G08135+W45470+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 3:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h35 | 7:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| C02098+W32922 | 4:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h30 | 7:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02098+G26438+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 4:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h23 | 7:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| C02128+W45464+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 4:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h33 | 8:19 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| C02132+W32929 | 5:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h32 | 8:51 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02132+W32929 · W45380 | 5:23 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h28 | 8:51 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| G08149+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+W45390 | 5:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h39 | 9:25 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 14:26. The fastest train covers the 191 miles (308 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 191 miles (308 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 2:45 AM |
Last train 2:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Leeds station (LDS) from $6. 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Leeds station (LDS) trains use the London Kings Cross to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Leeds station (LDS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds 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 and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
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