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From Scotland to Northern England in style

Relax and gaze out at the stunning scenery of Scotland and England as you speed effortlessly between Edinburgh and Leeds.

With LNER, not only will you arrive feeling ready for the day ahead thanks to our comfy seats and range of refreshments, but you'll also have that little bit extra spending money left in your pocket. 
And before you go, take a look at our destination guides to Edinburgh and Leeds to help you make the most of your time while you’re there.
Average travel time
3h 45m
Distance
163 miles
Greener than a car by
330%

Edinburgh (EDB)
to Leeds (LDS)

Sunday 19 May 2024
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Departs Dep Arrives Arr Duration Dur Changes Chg Status Status
09:08 12:08 03h 00m 0
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Edinburgh to Leeds
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On time This service is scheduled to depart at 09:08

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09:08 12:08 03h 00m On time

CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Leeds
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09:30 12:43 03h 13m 1
On time Details Journey uses an LNER train

The lifts are out of order between Platform 3 and the south end of the station at York station.

Journey 1
Edinburgh to York
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On time This service is scheduled to depart at 09:30

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09:30 11:55 02h 25m On time

London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to York
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Wait 22 mins then Journey 2
York to Leeds
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On time This service is scheduled to depart at 12:17

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12:17 12:43 00h 26m On time

TransPennine Express from York to Leeds
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10:08 13:07 02h 59m 0
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Edinburgh to Leeds
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On time This service is scheduled to depart at 10:08

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10:08 13:07 02h 59m On time

CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Leeds
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10:30 13:43 03h 13m 1
On time Details Journey uses an LNER train

The lifts are out of order between Platform 3 and the south end of the station at York station.

We're sorry, there are a limited number of seat reservations left on this LNER train. If you'd like to travel on a quieter service, we recommend you go back and select a different time or date.

Journey 1
Edinburgh to York
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On time This service is scheduled to depart at 10:30

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10:30 12:54 02h 24m On time

London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to York
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Wait 22 mins then Journey 2
York to Leeds
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On time This service is scheduled to depart at 13:16

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13:16 13:43 00h 27m On time

TransPennine Express from York to Leeds
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11:05 14:07 03h 02m 0
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Edinburgh to Leeds
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On time This service is scheduled to depart at 11:05

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11:05 14:07 03h 02m On time

CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Leeds
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One of the UK's most exciting cities

It's easy to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds. Our real-time updates mean travel is hassle-free.

LNER trains arrive and depart at Leeds station, located on New Station Street, on top of the river and the Dark Arches.

Things to do in Leeds

From a thriving cultural scene and state-of-the-art shopping centres, to beautiful parks and stunning stately homes, Leeds has it all.

Places to eat in Leeds

With artisan food shops, great cafes, and the best of local produce, you'll never go hungry in Leeds, whatever you feel like having.

Leeds on the cheap: Free things to do

Put your wallet away with our guide to free things to do in Leeds.

Get a little extra with your journey

No only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.

When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:

  • Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
  • 2% back on all LNER  journeys

Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.

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Related FAQs

Are there direct trains between Edinburgh and Leeds?

Yes. Direct LNER trains run from Edinburgh to Leeds with a journey time of around 3h 45m.

During the week, there is approximately 1 direct LNER train per day at 21:00.

Which rail lines go through Leeds?

The principal trains going through Leeds station are LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Trains, and TransPennineExpress.

Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh and Leeds?

No, Season Tickets are not currently available for this journey.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

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Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

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