Trains tickets from Cardiff to Leeds

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff Central
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff Central
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff Central
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff Central
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff Central
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Leeds.

Bus
Average Price$11 - $74Average Duration8h 20m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$69 - $604Average Duration4h 17m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average Price$32 - $32Average Duration3h 30m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cardiff to Leeds

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
$32Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cardiff to Leeds: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$253
Average train trip duration4h 17m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure7:45am
Distance174 miles (280 km)
Latest train departure7:45pm

Cardiff to Leeds Train

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Leeds was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of $103

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

You can expect to pay from $103 to $562 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2025-05-19.

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 Cardiff 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.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Leeds you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Cardiff and Leeds compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Cardiff to Leeds, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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