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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newton-le-Willows to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newton-le-Willows to Leeds will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 21 trains that leave Newton-le-Willows for Leeds on Mon, Aug 17, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
G89116
L89515 · L89276
G89110
G89113
G89136
C24895
G15862
C24892
G15866
C24924Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newton-le-Willows to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newton-le-Willows to Leeds:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Newton-le-Willows to Leeds costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 35m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Newton-le-Willows to Leeds trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:42 PM Newton-le-Willows | 1h07 | 9:49 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 17 | |||||
G15866 | 6:41 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h08 | 7:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89109 | 7:00 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h42 | 8:42 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89109+ W84776 | 7:00 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h21 | 8:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C24892 | 7:41 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h08 | 8:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89110 | 8:00 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h47 | 9:47 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89110+ C24396 | 8:00 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h23 | 9:23 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
L89513 · L89246 | 8:05 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h59 | 10:04 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
L89513+ G15879 | 8:05 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h35 | 9:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C24895 | 8:42 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h06 | 9:48 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89113 | 9:01 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h46 | 10:47 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89113+ W84790 | 9:01 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h21 | 10:22 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G15861 | 9:41 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h09 | 10:50 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89116 | 10:01 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h46 | 11:47 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89116+ W84795 | 10:01 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h20 | 11:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G15862 | 10:41 AM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h07 | 11:48 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89133 | 5:02 PM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h40 | 6:42 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89515 · L89276 | 5:06 PM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h58 | 7:04 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
L89515+ W84837 | 5:06 PM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h16 | 6:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C24924 | 5:41 PM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h08 | 6:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89136 | 6:01 PM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h41 | 7:42 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89136+ W84843 | 6:01 PM Newton-le-Willows station (NLW) | 1h21 | 7:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Newton-le-Willows to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton-le-Willows to Leeds 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newton-le-Willows to Leeds trains use the Newton-le-Willows to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Headingley. Use this guide to compare Newton-le-Willows and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newton-le-Willows has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Newton-le-Willows.
Ticket office support is available at Newton-le-Willows.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newton-le-Willows: Parking, WC.
Available at Newton-le-Willows: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newton-le-Willows: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station Lifts available, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: 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.
Cottingley is 4 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Cottingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Cottingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cottingley: Parking.
Available at Cottingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cottingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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