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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price on Sep 13
$36
Average ticket price on Sep 13
$66
Fastest journey on Sep 13
8 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
8 h 34 m
Buses on Sep 13
11
Distance
367 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Leeds will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Exeter to Leeds without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX101 · NX131
NX101 · NX131
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX101 · NX131
NX101 · NX131
NX406 · NX426
NX406 · NX426Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, while a train costs an average of $161.
Distance: 228 miles (367 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Leeds:
A bus is $102 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Leeds costing on average $161 (€130).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 28m.
Tickets start at around $59 (€47) compared to roughly $101 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€34). The journey takes 8h 28m versus 5h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Leeds buses for today, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX101 · NX180 | 5:15 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 9h35 | 2:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 13 | |||||
NX406 · NX426 | 2:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 9h15 | 11:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX406 · NX426 | 2:10 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 9h10 | 11:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 9h35 | 4:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h05 | 5:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX131 | 9:30 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h15 | 5:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX131 | 9:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 8h05 | 5:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX131 | 1:50 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 9h30 | 11:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX131 | 2:00 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 9h20 | 11:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX180 | 5:05 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 9h45 | 2:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 9h55 | 3:00 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Exeter to Leeds run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 228 miles (367 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 228 miles (367 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Leeds — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leeds trip today.
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Leeds Coach Station -> Leeds Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.

Most Exeter to Leeds buses use the Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court to Leeds, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). Use this guide to compare Exeter and Leeds bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court. ATMs are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Wheelchair accessible.
Exeter, Honiton Road is 3 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter, Honiton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café in the station (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Honiton Road.
Available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Ramps.
Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.
Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.
Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and eateries available
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). ATMs are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop. ATMs are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
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