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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Leeds City Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Leeds City Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Leeds City Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Leeds City Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Leeds Cultural Stop C | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Leeds
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Leeds?
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Stops in Leeds
- AYork Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
- C
20 Central Rd
Vassali House, 20 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE, UK - D
Leeds Bus Stop F5
46 New York St, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DY, UK - E
St Peter's Street
St Peter's St, Leeds, UK - F
Leeds
75 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2, UK
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cardiff to Leeds by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Leeds?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Leeds start from $16. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Leeds?
The average bus trip duration from Cardiff to Leeds is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 174 miles (281 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Leeds route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Leeds?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Leeds at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Leeds?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Leeds generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Leeds was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Leeds, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $48 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2026-01-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cardiff to Leeds?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
