Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from London to Leeds?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Leeds: Trains mostly depart from London Kings Cross (KGX) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS). Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.

Which travel companies can get me from London to Leeds?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Leeds, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains to go to Leeds by train. Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Leeds by bus.

Can I find a direct route between London and Leeds?

Yes, there are direct services available from London to Leeds with the following travel companies: 28 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway. 42 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

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Compare train and bus for London to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč509 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. 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 Kč509, while a train costs an average of Kč1977.

Distance: 169 miles (272 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
Kč1977 Average price	Kč509 Average price Cheapest	Kč1894 Average price (fuel + tolls)
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Leeds is a bus with an average price of Kč509.

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

A bus is Kč1468 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Leeds costing on average Kč1977.

The fastest way to travel from London to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 2h 47m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Leeds including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Leeds 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 1h 41m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 3h 58m by car). Tickets start at around Kč1977 compared to roughly Kč1894 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.

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from London to Leeds

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

Our recommendation

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

FlixBus
1:35 PM4h05
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5:40 PMLeeds, Coach Station
Kč2721One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBus
1:35 PM4h05
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5:40 PMLeeds, Coach Station
Kč2721One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

C02130
1:40 PM2h09
London Kings Cross (KGX)
3:49 PMLeeds station (LDS)
Kč15351One-way
0 transfers

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Bus

C02150
6:40 AM2h10
London Kings Cross (KGX)
8:50 AMLeeds station (LDS)
Kč9321One-way
0 transfers
C02086
5:40 AM2h13
London Kings Cross (KGX)
7:53 AMLeeds station (LDS)
Kč9321One-way
0 transfers
G08075
6:00 AM2h18
London Kings Cross (KGX)
8:18 AMLeeds station (LDS)
Kč9321One-way
0 transfers

FlixBus
12:35 PM4h05
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4:40 PMLeeds, Coach Station
Kč2721One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
1:00 PM4h40
London, Victoria Coach Station
5:40 PMLeeds, Coach Station
Kč2721One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:00 PM4h40
London, Victoria Coach Station
4:40 PMLeeds, Coach Station
Kč2721One-way
0 transfers

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General Information About the Journey from London to Leeds

About 186 miles (300 km) apart, the journey from London to Leeds can be made direct by bus or train for travelers in the UK. There are also flights available. Flying takes around 1 hour, which is fairly comparable to taking the bus or train once you factor in traveling to the airport and waiting times.

Return journeys from Leeds to London are also available.

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The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from London to Leeds, 66,88% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from London to Leeds and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from London 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 London to Leeds.

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Leeds is a bus with an average price of Kč509.

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

A bus is Kč1468 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Leeds costing on average Kč1977.

The fastest way to travel from London to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 2h 47m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 14m.

The distance from London to Leeds is approximately 169 miles (272 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Leeds is:

Around 47 buses per day.
Around 30 trains per day.

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

Trains mostly depart from London Kings Cross (KGX) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.

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

Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains to go to Leeds by train.
Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Leeds by bus.

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

28 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway.
42 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Omio customers who travel from London to Leeds often also extend their vacation to go to Manchester, London Kings Cross (KGX), Dublin, Edinburgh, Paris. 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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