Leeds to Hemel Hempstead by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Leeds to Hemel Hempstead? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 239 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Leeds and Hemel Hempstead

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £48.50, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Leeds and Hemel Hempstead

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 41 trains make this journey of 239 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Leeds is at 02:05 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:33.

During the weekend, 06:00 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:11 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 23 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Leeds to Hemel Hempstead

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 5 minutes, crossing a total distance of 239 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Leeds and Hemel Hempstead?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making your Leeds to Hemel Hempstead travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Hemel Hempstead.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Leeds to Hemel Hempstead by train?

The trip from Leeds to Hemel Hempstead covers a distance of 239 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Leeds to Hemel Hempstead?

The lowest price on this route is £48.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Leeds to Hemel Hempstead?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Leeds to Hemel Hempstead?

The fastest jouney takes 3 hours and 5 minutes.