The average train between Leeds and Rutherglen takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Leeds to Rutherglen. 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 twice daily between Leeds and Rutherglen. The earliest departure is at 4:10 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Leeds is at 6:10 PM which arrives into Rutherglen at 10:42 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Rutherglen. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Rutherglen station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Leeds to Rutherglen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Rutherglen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Motherwell station.
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The distance between Leeds and Rutherglen is 283.2 km. The road distance is 443 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Motherwell 3 times a day. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 3h 47m.