The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$62
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$101
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
2 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 23
19
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) without transferring at least once.
G00977+
G08066 · C020203:25 PM3h24Stansted Airport (SSD)6:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)$621One-way2 transfers
C02121+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+
P6626710:11 AM3h38Stansted Airport (SSD)1:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)$751One-way2 transfers
C02082+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+
P6631411:11 AM3h38Stansted Airport (SSD)2:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)$751One-way2 transfers
G00964+
G0810610:25 AM3h56Stansted Airport (SSD)2:21 PMLeeds station (LDS)$761One-way1 transfer
G08095+
G009609:25 AM2h59Stansted Airport (SSD)12:24 PMLeeds station (LDS)$871One-way1 transfer
G08088+
G009598:28 AM2h53Stansted Airport (SSD)11:21 AMLeeds station (LDS)$931One-way1 transfer
G08112+
G0096912:25 PM2h56Stansted Airport (SSD)3:21 PMLeeds station (LDS)$931One-way1 transfer
G08124+
G009742:25 PM2h56Stansted Airport (SSD)5:21 PMLeeds station (LDS)$931One-way1 transfer
G08117+
G009731:25 PM2h57Stansted Airport (SSD)4:22 PMLeeds station (LDS)$931One-way1 transfer
G08095+
G009609:25 AM2h59Stansted Airport (SSD)12:24 PMLeeds station (LDS)$871One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $63 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, while a train costs an average of $86.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS):
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) costing on average $86 (€71).
Other travel options to Leeds station (LDS) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 46m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 56m by train vs 3h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€71) compared to roughly $64 (€53) 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
Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00955+ C02087 | 6:18 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h03 | 9:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00955+ C21812+ G08084 | 6:18 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h04 | 10:22 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G00955+ C21812+ C02000+ W29873 | 6:18 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h47 | 11:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3 transfers | |
P66093 · P76233+ C21812+ G08084 | 6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h57 | 10:22 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3 transfers | |
P66105+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+ G08084 | 6:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h41 | 10:22 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P02907+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+ C02169 | 7:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h40 | 10:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G00959+ G08088 | 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h53 | 11:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00960+ G08095 | 9:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h59 | 12:24 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
P01160 · P01500+ G08100 | 9:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h31 | 1:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P66267+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+ C02121 | 10:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h38 | 1:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G00964+ G08106 | 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h56 | 2:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00964+ Y14834+ C02121 | 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h24 | 1:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P66825+ C21810+ G08106 | 10:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h35 | 2:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P66314+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+ C02082 | 11:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h38 | 2:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G00969+ G08112 | 12:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h56 | 3:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00973+ G08117 | 1:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h57 | 4:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00974+ G08124 | 2:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h56 | 5:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
P66846+ C21803+ G08131 | 2:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h35 | 6:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G00977+ G08066 · C02020 | 3:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h24 | 6:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway or Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway or Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS)
Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 09:46. The fastest train covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 9:46 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Leeds station (LDS) from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Greater Anglia
FAQs: Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS)
Most Stansted Airport (SSD) to Leeds station (LDS) trains use the London Kings Cross to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Airport (SSD) and Leeds station (LDS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.



