Taking the train from Leeds to Newbury

Ready to book a trip from Leeds to Newbury by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost for travel between Leeds and Newbury

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 £66.20, 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 2 and a half 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 timetable for travel between Leeds and Newbury

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Leeds to Newbury by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:05

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:33

  • First daily departure (weekend): 02:20

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:35

  • Average number of daily trains: 32 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 27 minutes

Leeds to Newbury distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 267 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 53 minutes.

When do tickets between Leeds and Newbury go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Leeds and Newbury 2 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn even more about travelling from Leeds to Newbury by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Newbury.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Leeds to Newbury by train?

The train route from Leeds to Newbury covers 267 kilometres.

What is the Leeds to Newbury train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs £66.20. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Leeds to Newbury?

You can book your tickets 2 and a half months in advance for this route.

What’s the travel time from Leeds to Newbury by train?

The fastest journey time is 3 hours and 53 minutes.