How to travel from Peterborough to Leeds, United Kingdom
The distance between Peterborough and Leeds is around 175km (109 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1h 20m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Peterborough to Leeds by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Leeds → Peterborough if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Leeds.
- Duration1h 20m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost£17($20)
LNER
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Drive
Drive to Leeds Coach Station.
- Duration1h 55m
- Distance187km (116 miles)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Peterborough and Leeds
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Peterborough to Leeds by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £17 ($20) and will take around 1h 20m.
The distance between Peterborough and Leeds is around 175km (109 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 161km (100 miles)
It takes around 1h 20m to get from Peterborough and Leeds by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Peterborough to Leeds is to take the train which takes around 1h 20m and will set you back approx £17 ($20).
The cheapest way to travel between Peterborough and Leeds, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £17 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Peterborough and Leeds. It typically takes around 1h 20m and departs hourly.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Peterborough and Leeds with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 20m.
LNER, East Midlands Railways, CrossCountry and Northern Rail run train services between Peterborough and Leeds. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Peterborough and Leeds. We recommend that you take the train to Leeds. instead which will take 1h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Peterborough to Leeds. We recommend that you take the train to Leeds. instead which will take 1h 20m.
The closest major airport to Leeds is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Leeds. Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) (DSA) and Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Peterborough and Leeds. The distance is around 187km (116 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Peterborough to Leeds is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 20m and will usually cost around £17 ($20).
Compare travel optionsbetween Peterborough and Leeds
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train + 1 similar | 1h 20m | £17($20) | hourly | 175km (109 miles) |
| Train via Sheffield | 2h 50m | £59($70) | every 2 hours | 208km (129 miles) |
Drive | 1h 55m | £33($39) | on demand | 187km (116 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Peterborough and Leeds
Train operators
LNER
East Midlands Railways
Airports near Leeds
The following major airports near Leeds offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Leeds
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)
- Distance
- 50km (31 miles) from Leeds
Manchester Airport (MAN)
- Distance
- 68km (42 miles) from Leeds