How to travel from Glasgow to Leeds

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Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. 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 CHF22, while a train costs an average of CHF49.

Distance: 178 miles (288 km)

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CHF49

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CHF22

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CHF97

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4h 35m

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Fastest

4h 5m

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30m

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6h 38m

Average total duration

6h 8m

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4h 8m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Northern Rail

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Leeds is a bus with an average price of CHF22.

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

A bus is CHF27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Leeds costing on average CHF49.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow to Leeds among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3m faster (4h 5m by train vs 4h 8m by car) and roughly CHF49 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF49 vs CHF97). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Travel options
from Glasgow to Leeds

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:55 PM4h45
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    4:40 AMLeeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    CHF221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:55 PM4h45
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    4:40 AMLeeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    CHF221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • London North Eastern RailwayG08175+Northern RailG88965+ScotrailL87757
    6:00 AM3h54
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    9:54 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    CHF941One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressW84908 · C24619
    11:10 AM5h00
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    4:10 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    CHF361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84908 · C24619
    11:10 AM5h00
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    4:10 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    CHF531One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84903 · C24608
    9:09 AM5h01
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    2:10 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    CHF531One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:35 AM6h55
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    2:30 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    CHF261One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX180
    7:55 PM6h30
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    2:25 AMLeeds, Coach Station
    CHF261One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX183
    10:30 AM6h20
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    4:50 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    CHF361One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Leeds.

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There are 2 options to travel between Glasgow and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Leeds is a bus with an average price of CHF22.

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

A bus is CHF27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Leeds costing on average CHF49.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 38m.

The distance from Glasgow to Leeds is approximately 178 miles (288 km).
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Leeds is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Leeds:
  • Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Leeds, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail, TransPennine Express to go to Leeds by train.
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Leeds by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Glasgow to Leeds with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
  • 5 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Glasgow 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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