How to travel from Leeds to York

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Compare train and bus for Leeds to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 21 miles (35 km)

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€12

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€8

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€7

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1h 11m

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41m

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1h 16m

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46m

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48m

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The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to York is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to York:

A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to York costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to York is by train with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and York including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to York among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 7m sooner (41m by train vs 48m by car). Tickets start at around €12 compared to roughly €7 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.

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from Leeds to York

How to get from Leeds to York by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Leeds to York is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern RailG89007
    7:30 PM0h27
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:57 PMYork station (YRK)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Northern RailG89007
    7:30 PM0h27
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:57 PMYork station (YRK)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG01082
    7:10 PM0h22
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:32 PMYork station (YRK)
    €91One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Northern RailP28418
    7:17 PM0h31
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:48 PMYork station (YRK)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailC32260
    7:06 PM1h16
    Leeds station (LDS)
    8:22 PMYork station (YRK)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC24637
    7:13 PM0h23
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:36 PMYork station (YRK)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:40 PM0h50
    Leeds, Coach Station
    10:30 PMYork, Train Station
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:40 AM0h50
    Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    1:30 AMYork, Train Station
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:20 PM0h55
    Leeds, Coach Station
    2:15 PMYork, Train Station
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to York

Travel to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to York.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and York including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to York is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to York:

A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to York costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to York is by train with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 16m.

The distance from Leeds to York is approximately 21 miles (35 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to York is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and York as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to York:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in York station (YRK).
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in York, Train Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to York by bus.
  • Travel with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway to go to York by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leeds to York with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
  • 12 direct trains per day with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, London Kings Cross (KGX), Newcastle. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.
For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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