London to Leeds bus with National Express

Buses from London to Leeds

Leeds is one of the major cities of the north of England, a city that was prominent from medieval times through to the Industrial Revolution, and now renowned for its elegant shopping arcades and thriving cultural scene. Visitors from the capital can investigate Leeds attractions thanks to direct daily buses from London to Leeds, a budget alternative to the train. Journey times to Leeds are about four hours and 30 minutes on average, with departures available from early morning to late at night.

Which bus companies travel from London to Leeds?

The UK's national bus company National Express operates all the direct London to Leeds bus services from Victoria Coach Station seven days a week. Indirect connections are not available on this route to Yorkshire.

How long is the bus from London to Leeds?

The fastest National Express services on the 183-mile road route north from London to Leeds take four hours and 20 minutes to reach the Yorkshire city. Depending on departure times and traffic conditions, other direct buses take between ten and 50 minutes longer. The overnight service from London Victoria Coach Station takes five hours and 55 minutes to reach Leeds.

How many buses are there from London to Leeds?

The National Express daily schedule provides  15 direct London to Leeds bus services from Monday-Saturday and 19 direct buses on Sundays. Departures start around 7:00 a.m. and continue with buses roughly every hour throughout the day and evening. The final overnight connection to Leeds leaves Victoria Coach Station just before midnight.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Leeds?

Departure Bus Station: London Victoria Coach Station is located on the south-western side of the city center,  served by Underground trains on three lines at the nearby Tube station and by city bus routes stopping on Elizabeth Street and Buckingham Palace Road. Facilities at the bus station include baggage storage lockers, cafes, a bakery, news vendors, ATMs, fast food outlets and taxi stands.

Arrival Bus Station: Leeds Coach Station is situated on the east side of the city center, served by local bus routes from the adjacent bus terminus. Passenger facilities at the station include a cafe, ATMs,  news vendor, snack kiosks, restrooms and taxi stands, with a food market a short walk from the entrance.