How much does a train ticket from Glasgow to Leeds cost?

The average train ticket price from Glasgow to Leeds is $117. The best way to find train tickets from Glasgow to Leeds is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Glasgow to Leeds?

A train trip between Glasgow and Leeds is around 4h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Glasgow and Leeds?

The number of trains from Glasgow to Leeds can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to Leeds by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Leeds?

When taking the train from Glasgow to Leeds, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.

What are the best sights and things to do in Leeds?

Once in Leeds, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Park Square, Kirkgate Market, The Royal Armouries, Roundhay Park, Leeds Art Gallery.

Train Glasgow to Leeds from $71

Next departures

Next departures for Glasgow to Leeds on September 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	CheapestFastest
		7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Leeds on September 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	Cheapest
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	Fastest
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Leeds on September 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	Cheapest
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	Fastest
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Leeds on September 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	Cheapest
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	Fastest
7:48am	Glasgow Central	4h 19m	12:07pm	Leeds	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Leeds.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $98	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$73 - $308	Average Duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $48	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Glasgow to Leeds

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Glasgow to Leeds: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$117

Average train trip duration4h 19m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure7:48am

Distance179 miles (288 km)

Latest train departure10:55am

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/542 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4

Wifi4.1

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $73

Megabus Glasgow Leeds recent customer reviews

Reliable service, unlike network rail, driver was a bit of a comedian, however got across a very relevant point without being nasty or offensive. Overall a good journey.

Steve S.

May 26, 2024

Just want to add one thing take a small break to buy a snack n cold drink. That's all otherwise service was good 👍

Farzana Y.

January 5, 2022

Everything fantastic thanks for staff

Kesete M.

June 24, 2023

Transpennine Express

3.5/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Based on 19 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $67

Megabus Glasgow Leeds recent customer reviews

Reliable service, unlike network rail, driver was a bit of a comedian, however got across a very relevant point without being nasty or offensive. Overall a good journey.

Steve S.

May 26, 2024

Just want to add one thing take a small break to buy a snack n cold drink. That's all otherwise service was good 👍

Farzana Y.

January 5, 2022

Everything fantastic thanks for staff

Kesete M.

June 24, 2023

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Glasgow to Leeds Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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08/31

$106

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$117

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$117

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The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Leeds was searched and found on Aug 31, 2025 with a price of $106

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Leeds, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $106 to $314 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $117 which is on 2025-09-03.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Glasgow to Leeds is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Leeds, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Glasgow and Leeds, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Glasgow to Leeds.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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Trains tickets from Glasgow to Leeds

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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Leeds.

Train Glasgow to Leeds: Trip Overview

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Megabus Glasgow Leeds recent customer reviews

Megabus Glasgow Leeds recent customer reviews

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Glasgow - Leeds

How much does a train ticket from Glasgow to Leeds cost?

How long is the train trip from Glasgow to Leeds?

How many daily trains are there between Glasgow and Leeds?

Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Leeds?

What are the best sights and things to do in Leeds?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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