The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Leeds
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Leeds will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 8 buses that leave Nottingham for Leeds on Mon, Dec 15, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.
NX195
NX132
NX240
NX183
NX133
NX183
NX133
NX132
NX180
NX465Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €2.
Distance: 97 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Leeds buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX183 | 9:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1h45 | 11:40 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX132 | 11:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1h55 | 1:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 1:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h30 | 4:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1h40 | 6:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 6:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1h45 | 8:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 8:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h25 | 10:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1h35 | 10:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
NX180 | 12:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 2:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX195 | 3:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h20 | 5:40 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX465 | 3:35 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h10 | 5:45 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Leeds
Buses from Nottingham to Leeds run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 97 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Nottingham City Transport from Nottingham to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Leeds with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Nottingham City Transport for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). When arriving in Leeds, you can end your journey in coach stations like Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) and Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, which is located around 0.5 miles (827 m) 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 Nottingham to Leeds
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
- 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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