- Must visit
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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norwich to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Leeds will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Norwich to Leeds without transferring at least once.
NX491 · NX561
|
| ||||||||||||
NX491 · NX561
|
| ||||||||||||
FlixBus · FlixBus
|
| ||||||||||||
FlixBus · FlixBus
|
| ||||||||||||
FlixBus · FlixBus
|
| ||||||||||||
FlixBus · FlixBus
|
| ||||||||||||
FlixBus · FlixBus
|
| ||||||||||||
NX491 · NX561
|
| ||||||||||||
NX491 · NX561
|
| ||||||||||||
FlixBus · FlixBus
|
| ||||||||||||
Buses from Norwich to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Norwich to Leeds.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Leeds buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 AM Norwich | 9h20 | 6:35 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Norwich | 8h40 | 6:55 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:50 PM Norwich | 8h10 | 10:00 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 10h20 | 6:50 PM Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 9h15 | 5:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 9h45 | 6:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
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.
Official public transport app
Leeds Coach Station -> Leeds Station
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Leeds.
There are no direct services between Norwich and Leeds and the different routes can involve varying amounts of travel time. Most days, there is one fast bus that switches at St Margaret's station, Leicester. Journeys through London take at least two hours longer and there are also a couple of services every day that call upon passengers to change twice en route.
National Express is the only company currently operating buses along this route.
The length of the journey depends upon where passengers change buses along the way. The shortest route is around seven hours 25 minutes and takes passengers through Leicester. Most services, however, swap buses at Victoria, leading to travel times of eight to nine hours. There's also a slower, ten to twelve-hour bus that stops at both Peterborough and Nottingham.
Each day, nine buses journey between Norwich and Leeds, the first in the very early morning before rush hour and the last in the mid-evening. Most of the services are before lunch or from teatime onwards. It's much the same on Saturdays, while on Sunday the daily schedule shortens by about an hour at either end.
Departure bus station: Norwich bus station is right in the city center with entrances on Surrey Street and Queen's Road. John Lewis, Levi's, Marks and Spencer, intu Chapelfield Shopping Centre and Zara are all within a half-mile radius. The Theatre Royal, Norwich Castle and other attractions are also within easy walking distance. The station is served by five different bus and bus operators, offering a range of local and intercity services.
Arrival bus station: National Express passengers generally arrive at the northern end of Leeds bus and bus station on Dyer Street. This large travel hub has shops selling coffee, snacks, newspapers and magazines, and has places for travellers to recharge their smartphones. The Leeds Markets are accessible through the western exits, and across the A61 is the Leeds Playhouse. All local buses and intercity buses terminate at the station, so this is a convenient place to travel onward, either within Leeds or beyond.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Leeds buses use the Norwich, Bus Station to Leeds, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). Use this guide to compare Norwich and Leeds bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Norwich, University Of East Anglia is 4 km from Norwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Norwich, University Of East Anglia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeterias and food outlets available on campus.
Available on campus for students and staff. ATMs are aTMs located on campus.
Ticket office support is available at Norwich, University Of East Anglia.
Available at Norwich, University Of East Anglia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich, University Of East Anglia: Most buildings and paths are wheelchair accessible.
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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need