The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€75
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 58 m
Trains on Sep 17
35
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 35 trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS), including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.
W84908 · C2461911:10 AM5h00Glasgow Central (GLC)4:10 PMLeeds station (LDS)€361One-way1 transfer
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G889604:28 AM4h59Glasgow Central (GLC)9:27 AMLeeds station (LDS)€411One-way1 transfer
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C0221110:38 AM3h56Glasgow Central (GLC)2:34 PMLeeds station (LDS)€481One-way1 transfer
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G889819:40 AM4h47Glasgow Central (GLC)2:27 PMLeeds station (LDS)€511One-way1 transfer
W84908 · C2461911:10 AM5h00Glasgow Central (GLC)4:10 PMLeeds station (LDS)€551One-way1 transfer
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C022108:38 AM3h55Glasgow Central (GLC)12:33 PMLeeds station (LDS)€1001One-way1 transfer
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C0221110:38 AM3h56Glasgow Central (GLC)2:34 PMLeeds station (LDS)€481One-way1 transfer
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C0220012:40 PM3h58Glasgow Central (GLC)4:38 PMLeeds station (LDS)€911One-way1 transfer
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C325719:36 AM4h00Glasgow Central (GLC)1:36 PMLeeds station (LDS)€741One-way1 transfer
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C3172812:04 PM4h03Glasgow Central (GLC)4:07 PMLeeds station (LDS)€741One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, while a train costs an average of €72.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€72 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m 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 Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS):
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS) costing on average €72.
Other travel options to Leeds station (LDS) take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 52m.
Tickets start at around €72 compared to roughly €97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €25. The journey takes 4h 1m versus 3h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33939+ C32523 | 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h18 | 8:46 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W33939+ G88960 | On time 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h59 | 9:27 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84893 · G15896 | On time 4:52 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h18 | 10:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84893 · G15798 · G15896 | On time 4:52 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h18 | 10:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W84893 · C24597 | On time 4:52 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h18 | 12:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W34029+ G89881+ G15896 | On time 5:33 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h37 | 10:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W34029+ G89881 · L89343+ G15896 | On time 5:33 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h37 | 10:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3 transfers | |
W34271+ C31803+ G08180+ G88969 | On time 5:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h06 | 10:54 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3 transfers | |
W34271+ G88963 | On time 5:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h39 | 10:27 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W34271+ C32567 | 5:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h19 | 11:07 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W34181+ C32567 | 6:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h38 | 11:07 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W29873 | 6:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h17 | 11:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84899 · G15834 · C24597 | On time 7:11 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h59 | 12:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W84899+ C02209 | 7:11 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h25 | 11:36 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84899 · C24597 | On time 7:11 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h59 | 12:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01148 | On time 7:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h17 | 12:05 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33903+ G88971 | On time 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h27 | 12:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W33903+ G89118+ W84800 | On time 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h22 | 12:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
L88234+ C02006+ G15907 | 8:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h20 | 12:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W34039+ C02210 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h55 | 12:33 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
L87838+ G80049+ G88978+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:45 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h09 | 12:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3 transfers | |
L88238+ C01942+ G15922 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h27 | 1:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W84903 · C24608 | 9:09 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h01 | 2:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84903 · P00054 · C24608 | 9:09 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h01 | 2:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W33970+ C32571 | 9:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h00 | 1:36 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C01362+ G88981 | On time 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h47 | 2:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W33973+ C02211 | 10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h56 | 2:34 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84908 · C24619 | 11:10 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h00 | 4:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84908 · C24619 | 11:10 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h00 | 4:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84908 · C24728 · C24619 | 11:10 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h00 | 4:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W84888+ C31728 | 12:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h03 | 4:07 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W34063+ G89889+ G16020 | 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h30 | 5:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W34063+ C02200 | 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h58 | 4:38 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84915+ C32577 | 1:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h27 | 5:36 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W84915 · C24631 | 1:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h02 | 6:11 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS)
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 17:40. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 3:52 AM |
Last train 5:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Leeds station (LDS) from €18. 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 Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) 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.

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Popular train stations from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS)
Most Glasgow Central (GLC) to Leeds station (LDS) trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Central (GLC) and Leeds station (LDS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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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