How to travel from Leeds to York

There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and York including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to York is a bus with an average price of Kč181.

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

A bus is Kč15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to York costing on average Kč196.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to York is by train with an average journey time of 28m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 2m.

The distance from Leeds to York is approximately 21 miles (35 km).

The average frequency per day from Leeds to York is:

• Around 11 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and York 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 Leeds to York:

• Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in York station (YRK).
• Buses mostly depart from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in York, Station Rd.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to York by train.
• Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Yorkshire Coastliner​ to go to York by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Leeds to York with the following travel companies:

• 11 direct trains per day with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
• 4 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Yorkshire Coastliner​.

Omio customers who travel from Leeds to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Whitby, Harrogate. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.

For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.