The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 2 trains that leave Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) for Leeds station (LDS) on Sun, Jun 21, 2 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 228 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
8:54 AM3h28Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)12:22 PMLeeds station (LDS)$851One-way0 transfers
9:54 AM3h08Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)1:02 PMLeeds station (LDS)$1241One-way0 transfers
9:54 AM3h08Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)1:02 PMLeeds station (LDS)$1241One-way0 transfers
8:54 AM3h28Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)12:22 PMLeeds station (LDS)$851One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS):
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) costing on average $110 (€90).
Other travel options to Leeds station (LDS) take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 45m by train vs 2h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $110 (€90) compared to roughly $60 (€49) 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
Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:54 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 3h28 | 12:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:54 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 3h08 | 1:02 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS)
Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (228 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Leeds station (LDS) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 Leeds station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Leeds station (LDS)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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


