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London to Leeds by bus

The journey from London to Leeds by bus is 272.56 km and takes 5 hrs 41 mins. There are 166 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:10 am and the last at 11:59 pm. It is possible to travel from London to Leeds by bus for as little as RM 47.46 or as much as RM 379.79. The best price for this journey is RM 47.46.

Lowest Price RM 47.46
Journey Duration 5 hrs 41 mins
Connection per Day 166
Lowest Price RM 47.46
Highest Price RM 379.79
First Departure 12:10 am
Last Departure 11:59 pm
Distance 272.56 km
Departure London
Arrival Leeds
Carriers National Express Events, FlixBus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around RM 1.70 to RM 93.66 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 98% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Leeds

The cheapest London - Leeds bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 45.57 if you’re lucky, or RM 61.66 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 121.45.

Find the best day to travel to Leeds by bus

When travelling to Leeds by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus, Megabus and National Express from London to Leeds
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Leeds by bus.
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London to Leeds CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
19.08kg
Bus
20.44kg
Flight
54.51kg
Car
43.61kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Leeds?
A bus ticket from London to Leeds is RM 148.90. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 47.46.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Leeds?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Leeds is RM 47.46. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Leeds by bus?
London to Leeds is 272.56 km.
How long does the bus between London and Leeds take?
London to Leeds is on average 5 hrs 41 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Leeds?
The bus journey from London to Leeds is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Leeds?
London to Leeds has 166 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Leeds leave?
The earliest bus from London to Leeds departs at 12:10 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Leeds depart?
The latest bus from London to Leeds departs at 11:59 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Leeds in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is RM 47.46 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Leeds?
There are on average 94 direct connection(s) from London to go to Leeds.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Leeds by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Leeds is 3 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Leeds?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Leeds.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Leeds by bus?
The bus journey from London to Leeds creates 20.44kg of CO2 emissions.

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