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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for London Stansted Airport on Fri, Nov 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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 Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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€60 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:46 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2h55 | 11:41 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:16 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h25 | 12:41 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport by train or bus
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Why should you book Leeds to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?
LNER as well as CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains and Abellio Greater Anglia offer trains services from Leeds to London Stansted Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leeds to London Stansted Airport.
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 CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains and Abellio Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to London Stansted Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare LNER with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leeds to London Stansted Airport.
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 CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains and Abellio Greater Anglia to help you choose the right option for your journey from Leeds to London Stansted Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 07:46 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport trainsLNER, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and London Stansted Airport from $27 (€22). 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 Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport
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WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
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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
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