The cheapest and fastest buses from Cheltenham to Leeds
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cheltenham to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Leeds will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cheltenham for Leeds on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 214 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cheltenham to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 €13, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Cheltenham to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Leeds buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:50 AM Cheltenham | 8h15 | 4:05 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham to Leeds
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Cheltenham to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Cheltenham to Leeds with Megabus, National Express for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
FAQs: Bus from Cheltenham to Leeds

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Cheltenham, Gloucester Road (Arle Court), which is located around 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre), located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cheltenham to Leeds
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
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