The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Leeds
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
41
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Leeds will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 41 buses that leave London for Leeds on Sat, Nov 15, 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 272 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
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Compare train and bus for London to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 272 km
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Leeds buses for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h05 | 3:05 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 4:15 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX466 | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h45 | 5:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h51 | 5:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX465 | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h46 | 5:45 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h05 | 4:15 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 10:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 10:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | Delayed 9:30 AM 7:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 12:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 12:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 1:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 1:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h40 | 1:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 2:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 2:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 2:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h05 | 4:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | On time 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 3:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 4:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 4:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | On time 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 6:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 6:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 7:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | On time 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 6:55 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 7:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 8:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | On time 3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 8:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 8:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 9:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | On time 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 8:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 8:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 9:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 10:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 9:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h35 | 10:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | On time 6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 11:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | On time 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 2:50 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 2:50 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 3:05 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Leeds
Buses from London to Leeds run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 272 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 272 km |
Average bus duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from London to LeedsYou can travel by bus between London to Leeds with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
FAQs: Bus from London to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Golders Green Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4. When arriving in Leeds, you can end your journey in coach stations like Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre), Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop and Leeds, University.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leeds, Coach Station, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Leeds
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal on the ground floor.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, 737
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