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Compare train and bus for Harrogate to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrogate to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€6 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Harrogate to Leeds by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Harrogate to Leeds
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $4 (€3)
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average bus duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 7m |
First bus 05:45 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Harrogate to Leeds start from as low as $8 (€6) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $8 (€6) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $4 (€3)
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Transdev Harrogate from Harrogate to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Harrogate to Leeds with National Express, Megabus, Transdev Harrogate for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Megabus frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Transdev Harrogate
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Transdev Harrogate frequency
51 a day
FAQs: Bus from Harrogate to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrogate 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Harrogate to Leeds can start from as little as $9 (€7) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Harrogate to Leeds is $9 (€8); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Harrogate to Leeds bus time is 29 min covering the 13 mile (21 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Harrogate to Leeds leaves at 5: 45AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Harrogate to Leeds leaves at 9: 50PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Harrogate to Leeds without having to change trains with Transdev Harrogate. There are 11 direct buses from Harrogate to Leeds each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the journey from Harrogate to Leeds you can take a bus with National Express, Megabus or Transdev Harrogate. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to Leeds from Harrogate on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Harrogate, Station Parade, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Leeds, Coach Station, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Leeds from Harrogate is worth doing with a journey time of 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Harrogate to Leeds is March.
You have options as you can travel between Harrogate and Leeds 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Harrogate to Leeds:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Harrogate to Leeds for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Leeds are:
- 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.
The best things to do in Leeds include:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Harrogate to Leeds depends on the bus company:
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Harrogate to Leeds, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Harrogate to Leeds.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Harrogate to Leeds:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Harrogate to Leeds:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Harrogate to Leeds.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Harrogate to Leeds with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Harrogate to Leeds with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Harrogate to Leeds with the following bus company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Harrogate to Leeds
Harrogate
Leeds
The major bus station for departures in Harrogate is Harrogate, Station Parade. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harrogate, Station Parade for your trip from Harrogate to Leeds.
Harrogate, Station Parade
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The major bus station for arrivals in Leeds is Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport for your trip to Leeds from Harrogate.
Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCinformation
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Whitehouse LaneWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport
- Bus: 757, 737
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