Leeds to Norwich bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Norwich

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Cheapest price

€49

Average price

€58

Fastest journey

5 h 15 m

Average duration

10 h

Buses per day

3

Distance

230 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Norwich will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Leeds for Norwich on Sun, Dec 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 07 the direct buses cover the 230 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .

On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest buses will take 14 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Abellio Greater Anglia
08:40AM5h15
Leeds
01:55PMNorwich
491One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:59PM14h26
Leeds
01:25PMNorwich
631One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:30PM10h20
Leeds
10:50PMNorwich
631One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leeds to Norwich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €31.

Distance: 230 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€46

Average price

Cheapest

€69

Average price

6h 45m

Average total duration

6h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

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Most popular train company

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Live departures

Leeds to Norwich bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Norwich buses for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 12:41 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX426 · NX491
Delayed
9:50 AM 8:30 AMLeeds, Coach Station
8h40
5:10 PM Norwich, Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX426 · NX491
On time
11:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station
8h35
8:05 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia
1 transfer
national_expressNX426 · NX491
On time
11:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station
8h50
8:20 PM Norwich, Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX561 · NX491
On time
1:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station
10h20
11:50 PM Norwich, Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX561 · NX491
On time
1:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station
10h05
11:35 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia
1 transfer
national_expressNX466 · NX49011:59 PM Leeds, Coach Station
14h31
2:30 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia1 transfer
national_expressNX466 · NX49011:59 PM Leeds, Coach Station
14h11
2:10 PM Norwich, Bus Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Norwich

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Buses from Leeds to Norwich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 230 km distance in 4h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
230 km
Average bus duration
6h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
€23
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
4h 2m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
20:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Leeds to NorwichYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Norwich with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 21m
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 40m
Cheapest Price
€23
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Norwich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Norwich by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The coach time from Leeds to Norwich is on average 24 h 10 min   for the 229 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Leeds and Norwich by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The coach from Leeds to Norwich leaves at 15: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
There is 1 coach a day from Leeds to Norwich which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Leeds to Norwich coach with East Midlands Trains or National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Leeds and Norwich as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport and Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). When arriving in Norwich, you can end your route in coach stations like Norwich, Bus Station, Norwich, Bus Station and Norwich, University of East Anglia.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Norwich, Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Leeds to Norwich by coach is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Norwich including taking a coach, flight or train.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Leeds to Norwich

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Norwich
The major bus station for departures in Leeds is Leeds, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds, Coach Station for your trip from Leeds to Norwich.
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