How to travel from Leeds to Bath

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Compare bus and train for Leeds to Bath

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. 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 $44, while a train costs an average of $139.

Distance: 170 miles (274 km)

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Driving

$139

Average price

$44

Average price

Cheapest

$75

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 49m

Average total duration

7h 19m

Onboard

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30m

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3h 58m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

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CrossCountry

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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 Leeds to Bath is a bus with an average price of $44.

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

A bus is $95 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Bath costing on average $139.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Bath is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Bath take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Bath including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to Bath among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 9m sooner (3h 49m by train vs 3h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $139 compared to roughly $75 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Travel options
from Leeds to Bath

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • National ExpressNX591 · NX403
    4:30 PM8h55
    Leeds, Coach Station
    1:25 AMBath, Bus Station
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX591 · NX403
    4:30 PM8h55
    Leeds, Coach Station
    1:25 AMBath, Bus Station
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG01140+Great Western RailwayC47809
    8:15 AM3h43
    Leeds station (LDS)
    11:58 AMBath Spa (BTH)
    $781One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • CrossCountryW29862+Great Western RailwayC47810
    9:15 AM3h43
    Leeds station (LDS)
    12:58 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $781One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryW29873+Great Western RailwayG15167
    11:15 AM3h44
    Leeds station (LDS)
    2:59 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $781One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryW29868+Great Western RailwayG15230
    10:15 AM3h45
    Leeds station (LDS)
    2:00 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $781One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX467 · NX403
    10:55 PM12h25
    Leeds, Coach Station
    11:20 AMBath, Bus Station
    $231One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:45 PM8h50
    Leeds, Coach Station
    12:35 AMBath, Bus Station
    $241One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:45 AM9h10
    Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    1:55 PMBath, Bus Station
    $241One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to Bath

Travel to Bath 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 Leeds to Bath.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and Bath including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Bath is a bus with an average price of $44.

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

A bus is $95 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Bath costing on average $139.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Bath is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Bath take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 49m.

The distance from Leeds to Bath is approximately 170 miles (274 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to Bath is:
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to Bath:
  • Flights mostly depart from Leeds Bradford International Airport and arrive in Southampton Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in Bath Spa (BTH).
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in Bath, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to Bath, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Bath by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains to go to Bath by train.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to Bath often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, London Paddington (PAD), Oxford, Cardiff. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bath and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bath to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bath, visitors can unwind at the Thermae Bath Spa, explore Bath Farmers' Market for local produce, and enjoy a scenic walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal. History enthusiasts can visit The Roman Baths and Bath Abbey, while architecture lovers will appreciate The Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. For a cultural experience, the Fashion Museum and The Jane Austen Centre offer insights into fashion history and the life of the famous author. A boat trip on the River Avon also provides a unique city perspective.
Two to three days in Bath is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and the Royal Crescent, while also allowing time to enjoy the local cuisine and shopping.

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