How to travel from Swindon to Leeds

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

The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Leeds is a bus with an average price of €36.

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

A bus is €109 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Leeds costing on average €144.

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 49m.

The distance from Swindon to Leeds is approximately 154 miles (249 km).

The average frequency per day from Swindon to Leeds is:

• Around 17 buses per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.

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

• Trains mostly depart from Swindon station (SWI) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
• Buses mostly depart from Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.

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

• Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Leeds by bus.
• Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway to go to Leeds by train.

Omio customers who travel from Swindon 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.