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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Plymouth
Showing times and prices for Jan 15
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$185
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
420 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Plymouth will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Leeds to Plymouth without transferring at least once.
C75204 · C75094_C7512603:34PM6h17
Leeds station (LDS)09:51PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$1481One-way
1 transfer
C75467 · C7509604:34PM6h16
Leeds station (LDS)10:50PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$1671One-way
1 transfer
Y11723+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
P2268003:40PM6h38
Leeds station (LDS)10:18PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$1821One-way
2 transfers
Y11729+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+P3002504:40PM6h57
Leeds station (LDS)11:37PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$1821One-way
2 transfers
G90939+C7509604:45PM6h05
Leeds station (LDS)10:50PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$2171One-way
1 transfer
G90939+C7509604:45PM6h05
Leeds station (LDS)10:50PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$2171One-way
1 transfer
G90931+C75094_C7512603:45PM6h06
Leeds station (LDS)09:51PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$2171One-way
1 transfer
C75467 · C7509604:34PM6h16
Leeds station (LDS)10:50PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$1671One-way
1 transfer
C75204 · C75094_C7512603:34PM6h17
Leeds station (LDS)09:51PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$1481One-way
1 transfer
Y11723+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+P2268003:40PM6h38
Leeds station (LDS)10:18PMPlymouth station (PLY)
$1821One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €84.
Distance: 260 miles (420 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€138 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
6h 39m Average total duration Fastest 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Plymouth trains for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:58 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:45 PM Leeds | 9h53 | 4:38 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 15 | |||||
| 4:30 AM Leeds | 6h44 | 11:14 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:11 AM Leeds | 5h37 | 10:48 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:11 AM Leeds | 5h36 | 12:47 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Leeds | 6h58 | 3:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Leeds to Plymouth trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as Great Western Rail and Cross Country offer trains services from Leeds to Plymouth. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leeds to Plymouth.
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- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Great Western Rail and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Leeds to Plymouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to Plymouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $104 (€84) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 5h 36m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $19 (€16)
Distance 260 miles (420 km) |
Average train duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€84) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $19 (€16)
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Leeds to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds and Plymouth from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 36m
Cheapest Price
$105 (€85)
CrossCountry frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 9m
Cheapest Price
$116 (€94)
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 32m
Cheapest Price
$448 (€361)
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Leeds to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $104 (€84), while the average price is around $171 (€138).
The train from Leeds to Plymouth takes 5h 36m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Leeds to Plymouth leaves at 12:12 AM.
The distance by train from Leeds to Plymouth is 260 miles (420 km).
The last train from Leeds to Plymouth leaves at 11:55 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Leeds to Plymouth.
Yes, there is a direct train from Leeds to Plymouth. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leeds to Plymouth.
The train station in Leeds that goes to Plymouth is Leeds station (LDS), which connects to Plymouth station (PLY).
The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Plymouth is by bus, with a cost of around $19 (€16).
The train journey from Leeds to Plymouth offers varied scenery, including rolling hills, charming countryside views, and stretches of the coast, particularly as you travel through Devon, providing a pleasant visual experience for passengers.
A day trip from Leeds to Plymouth is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 36m and covers 260 miles (420 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
To explore Plymouth's historic sites, maritime heritage, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeds to Plymouth.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Plymouth
Leeds
Plymouth
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transit options for Leeds
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Burley Park
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Headingley
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
The major train station for arrivals in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your journey to Plymouth from Leeds.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Plymouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Devonport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
Dockyard
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Dockyard
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
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