What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds is to rideshare which costs £14 - £30 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Finchley Road / O2 Centre and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Leeds via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Leeds is 189 miles. The road distance is 196 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Leeds without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £60 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Leeds bus from?

Waterloo Station to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Leeds train from?

Waterloo Station to Leeds train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 5h 19m, you could also fly, which costs £240 - £700 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Leeds bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Leeds train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Leeds train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Leeds is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Waterloo Station to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

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Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2585+ hotels available in Leeds.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Leeds?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo Station and Leeds. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waterloo Station to Leeds - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 9 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Leeds by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 55m
£62–95
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Leedsrideshare 194.4 mi
4h 8m
£14–30
Bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
5h 19m
£24–47
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4h 30m
£86–318
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk002 / ...
5h 33m
£22–106
Drive 194.9 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Leedscar 194.9 mi
3h 29m
£48–70
Fly London City Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LCY - LBA
5h 18m
£247–668
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
5h 4m
£95–367
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 4m
£118–281

Waterloo Station to Leeds by subway, foot, and train

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Distance: 187.9 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Leeds, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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