The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
4
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 $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 4 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for London Stansted Airport on Thu, Mar 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 19 the direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Thu, Mar 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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 bus and train 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 $34. 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 $34, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$70 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18. 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) | 3h38 | 12:24 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h00 | 12:40 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h39 | 2:24 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h12 | 5:52 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Mar 19
Mar 20
Mar 21
Mar 22
Mar 23
Mar 24
Mar 25
Why should you book Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 18:40 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, LNER, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and London Stansted Airport from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
LNER
East Midlands Trains
Abellio Greater Anglia
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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
- 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
Most popular train connections from Leeds station (LDS)
More options for your journey from Leeds station (LDS) to London Stansted Airport
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

