The average train between Leeds and East Kilbride takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds to East Kilbride. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Leeds and East Kilbride. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 8:06 PM which arrives into East Kilbride at 6:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Motherwell and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leeds to East Kilbride? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leeds to East Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at East Kilbride station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.
Leeds to East Kilbride train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to East Kilbride train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Leeds to East Kilbride train tickets online with Cross Country, Caledonian Sleeper and ScotRail.
The distance between Leeds and East Kilbride is 276.2 km. The road distance is 441 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Motherwell 3 times a day. Tickets cost £110–180 and the journey takes 3h 47m.