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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for London Paddington (PAD) on Sun, May 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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.
8:10 AM2h49Leeds station (LDS)10:59 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$881One-way0 transfers- 8:40 AM4h46Leeds station (LDS)1:26 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$961One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 AM2h49Leeds station (LDS)10:59 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$881One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 AM4h46Leeds station (LDS)1:26 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$117 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m 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 Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD):
A bus is $97 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $117 (€93).
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 43m.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (3h 3m by train vs 3h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $117 (€93) compared to roughly $91 (€72) 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
Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2h49 | 10:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h46 | 1:26 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD)
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Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (270 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 3:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and London Paddington (PAD) from $12 (€9). 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 Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds station (LDS) to London Paddington (PAD)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
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