Bus from London to Leeds: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Leeds on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
MegabusBus
    		Finchley Road
    		Leeds (Coach Station)Cheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Golders Green
      		Leeds Coach StationFastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Leeds Coach StationNo tags
        MegabusBus
          		Victoria Coach Station
          		Leeds Coach StationNo tags
          FlixbusBus
          		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
          		Leeds City Bus StationNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:53 PM GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Leeds

          We recommend taking the bus

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          65bus per day
          4h 45mAverage duration
          273 kmDistance
          7kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average priceR 125 - R 1 772Average duration4h 45m
          7kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average priceR 606 - R 6 389Average duration2h 13m
          6kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average priceR 291 - R 978Average duration3h 40m
          11kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Leeds by bus

          Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Leeds?

            The cheapest bus tickets from London to Leeds start at R 125. The average price for this route is around R 404. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from London to Leeds?

            The average bus journey time from London to Leeds is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 273 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 40m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the London to Leeds route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 65 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK, The Airline.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Leeds?

            The earliest bus departs from London to Leeds at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Leeds?

            A bus trip from London to Leeds produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

          6. What is the best bus company from London to Leeds?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is The Airline, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 307 reviews.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Leeds?

            Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company The Airline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Leeds?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Leeds?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is The Airline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          05/12
          R 414
          06/12
          R 321
          Today
          R 435
          08/12
          R 280
          09/12
          R 228
          10/12
          R 218
          11/12
          R 218
          12/12
          R 269
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Leeds was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 218

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Leeds as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from R 218 to R 1 377 for a bus ticket from London to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 218, which is on 2025-12-10.

          Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

          What's the cheapest way to go from London to Leeds?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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