The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Leeds
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Leeds will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
Of the 2 trains that leave Swindon for Leeds on Thu, Jan 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 17 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swindon to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €82.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€113 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swindon to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Leeds trains for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Swindon | 4h31 | 12:01 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Swindon | 3h54 | 12:14 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:04 PM Swindon | 4h13 | 7:17 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 29 | |||||
![]() | 4:28 AM Swindon | 4h17 | 8:45 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Swindon to Leeds trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Swindon to Leeds.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare LNER with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swindon to Leeds.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Official reseller: LNER tickets can only be bought on Omio or LNER's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for LNER tickets. Wanderu do not sell LNER tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swindon to Leeds.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Leeds
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Swindon to Leeds start from as low as $105 (€82) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $144 (€113) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 5 daily trains from Swindon to Leeds with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 50m but the average duration is 3h 40m
Train Operators
- Travel from Swindon to Leeds with CrossCountry, LNER, and first_great_western
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is CrossCountry.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Swindon station (SWI) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS)
- First train typically departs at 02:10 AM and the last at 09:41 PM
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€82) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 02:10 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, first_great_western from Swindon to Leeds trainsCrossCountry, LNER, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon and Leeds from $20 (€15). 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 Swindon to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swindon to Leeds
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- 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
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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