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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Stratford (London) (SRA) on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 271 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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 AM4h50Leeds station (LDS)1:00 PMStratford (London) (SRA)$1131One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 AM4h50Leeds station (LDS)1:00 PMStratford (London) (SRA)$1131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 168 miles (271 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m 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 Stratford (London) (SRA):
A bus is $82 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA) costing on average $105 (€86).
Other travel options to Stratford (London) (SRA) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 39m.
You'll arrive about 49m sooner (2h 50m by train vs 3h 39m by car). Tickets start at around $105 (€86) compared to roughly $73 (€60) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. 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) | 4h50 | 1:00 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€53) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€53) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Stratford (London) (SRA) from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds station (LDS) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
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Most popular train connections to Stratford (London) (SRA)
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