How to travel from Bristol to Leeds

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Compare train and bus for Bristol to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, while a train costs an average of $72.

Distance: 167 miles (270 km)

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$18

Average price

Cheapest

$72

Average price

$87

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 55m

Average total duration

5h 25m

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30m

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4h 24m

Average total duration

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3h 54m

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30m

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3h 43m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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CrossCountry

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The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Leeds is a bus with an average price of $18.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Leeds:

A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Leeds costing on average $72.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol to Leeds among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $18 compared to roughly $87 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $69. The journey takes 5h 25m versus 3h 43m 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.

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from Bristol to Leeds

How to get from Bristol to Leeds by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bristol to Leeds is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 PM4h30
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    11:00 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 PM4h30
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    11:00 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG00723
    5:33 PM3h28
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    9:01 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • CrossCountryG00730
    6:32 PM3h31
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:03 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG00735
    7:33 PM4h06
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:39 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66987
    6:35 AM3h28
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:03 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:40 PM5h40
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:20 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:45 PM4h25
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    5:10 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:15 PM4h30
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:45 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol to Leeds

Travel to Leeds easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Leeds.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Leeds is a bus with an average price of $18.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Leeds:

A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Leeds costing on average $72.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Bristol to Leeds is approximately 167 miles (270 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Leeds is:
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Leeds as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Leeds:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Leeds, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country to go to Leeds by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Megabus, National Express to go to Leeds by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bristol to Leeds with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Megabus.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Leeds often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, York. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leeds and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leeds to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit Temple Newsam, a Tudor-Jacobean mansion featuring beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging exhibits on the history of medicine. For performances, The Grand Theatre showcases opera, ballet, and musicals. Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy the Victoria Quarter for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Notable sights include the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, Roundhay Park, Kirkstall Abbey, and Harewood House.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Leeds allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, and the lively shopping and dining scene at Leeds City Centre.

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