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Royal Armouries Museum
The National Museum of Arms and Armour with major collections from across the world, interactive galleries, and regular live demonstrations. One of Leeds' signature cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Leeds will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Stratford to Leeds without transferring at least once.
Tube from Stratford (London) to London Kings Cross+
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Tube from Stratford (London) to London Kings Cross+
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Tube from Stratford (London) to London Kings Cross+
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Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+
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J90155Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $71.
Distance: 168 miles (271 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Stratford to Leeds:
A bus is $69 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stratford to Leeds costing on average $87 (€71).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 47m.
You'll arrive about 55m sooner (2h 32m by train vs 3h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $87 (€71) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Leeds 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 |
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C02136+ J90157 | 8:31 AM Stratford International (SFA) | 3h18 | 11:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02136+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Kings Cross | 8:43 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h06 | 11:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02091+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Kings Cross | 9:17 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h05 | 12:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02091+ J90155 | 9:31 AM Stratford International (SFA) | 2h51 | 12:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02072+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Kings Cross | 9:43 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h06 | 12:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02072+ C10346+ F09885+ G88788 | 9:44 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h05 | 12:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3 transfers | |
G08099+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Kings Cross | 10:17 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h05 | 1:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G08099+ J90153 | 10:31 AM Stratford International (SFA) | 2h51 | 1:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C02123+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Kings Cross | 10:43 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h06 | 1:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G08107+ J90151 | 11:31 AM Stratford International (SFA) | 2h51 | 2:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G08111+ J90149 | 12:31 PM Stratford International (SFA) | 2h50 | 3:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G08118+ J90147 | 1:31 PM Stratford International (SFA) | 2h51 | 4:22 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stratford to Leeds run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:12, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 1:12 AM |
Last train 10:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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 Stratford to Leeds trains use the Stratford International to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Stratford and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stratford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Ticket office support is available at Stratford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): 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.
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: 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 Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, 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.
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.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: 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.
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.
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