The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Leeds
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Leeds will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 26 buses that leave Birmingham for Leeds on Sat, Jan 31, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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 Birmingham to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Birmingham to Leeds Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Live departures
Birmingham to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Leeds buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX131 | Delayed 1:00 PM 6:15 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h10 | 9:45 AM 9:45 AMLeeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Birmingham | 3h30 | 10:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX183 | Delayed 12:00 PM 7:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 4h10 | 2:05 PM 2:05 PMLeeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | Delayed 1:00 PM 9:00 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX132 | 10:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Birmingham | 2h25 | 1:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | Delayed 1:00 PM 11:00 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 2:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX183 | On time 12:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h40 | 2:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | Delayed 1:00 PM 12:30 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 3:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Birmingham | 3h30 | 4:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 1:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 5:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 2:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h25 | 5:55 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 5:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Birmingham | 3h35 | 6:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 3:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h10 | 6:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Birmingham | 3h25 | 7:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 4:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 7:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 5:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Birmingham | 2h30 | 7:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 6:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h05 | 9:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX134 | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 8:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX120 · NX172 | On time 9:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h30 | 1:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX180 | 10:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h20 | 2:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX181 · NX170 | On time 11:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h30 | 5:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX422 · NX170 | On time 3:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h40 | 8:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX131 | On time 6:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h55 | 9:25 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 9:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 2:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 12:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h05 | 3:35 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 2:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 5:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 4:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h10 | 7:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 6:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h05 | 9:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | On time 8:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Leeds
Buses from Birmingham to Leeds run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€7) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Birmingham to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Leeds with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $10 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Royal Armouries Museum, a national museum housing a vast collection of arms and armor from across the world
- Leeds Art Gallery, featuring an extensive collection of British art from the 19th century to the present
- Roundhay Park, one of the largest city parks in Europe offering scenic landscapes and recreational activities
- Kirkstall Abbey, a well-preserved medieval Cistercian abbey set in picturesque grounds
- Harewood House, an 18th-century stately home with impressive art collections and landscaped gardens.
- Leeds City Museum, offering interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history
- Temple Newsam, a Tudor-Jacobean mansion with beautiful gardens and a working farm
- Thackray Medical Museum, exploring the history of medicine with engaging exhibits
- The Grand Theatre, hosting a variety of performances including opera, ballet, and musicals
- Victoria Quarter, a shopping area known for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Leeds
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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