What is the distance between Leeds and Bristol?

Leeds and Bristol are 168 miles (271 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leeds to Bristol?

If you're headed to Bristol from Leeds, chances are that your bus will depart from Leeds Coach Station and arrive at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

Once in Bristol, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Clifton Suspension Bridge, St Mary Redcliffe Church, Bristol Harbourside Tours, The Red Lodge Museum and Knot Garden and Brunel’s SS Great Britain.

Bus Leeds to Bristol from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	Leeds Coach Station	8h 5m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:40pm	Leeds Coach Station	8h 55m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Leeds Coach Station	8h 55m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Leeds Coach Station	8h 55m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Leeds Coach Station	8h 5m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	1d 1h	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	1d 1h	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leeds to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

168 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $144	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$48 - $539	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$23 - $41	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leeds and Bristol?

Stops in Leeds

A
Leeds Coach Station
York Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
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B
Leeds Bradford Airport
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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

Stops in Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Westbury Road
Stop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
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C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom
D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK
E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
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F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,441 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

National Express

4/529,731 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29731 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $21

National Express Leeds Bristol recent customer reviews

No details of my change of buses or what buses I was catching to get to my destination online when I booked. Luckily for helpful staff at bus stations

Sandra W.

June 18, 2018

Driver was funny and nice

Ayobami A.

March 2, 2020

Bus on time. Staff polite and helpfully, friendly. Clean bus and warm.

Jadwiga H.

December 4, 2017

Megabus UK

3.5/54,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4276 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $44

Megabus Leeds Bristol recent customer reviews

The bus for 4:40am didn't turn up, so we had to wait half an hour to board a different bus, which took us to a different city, in order to catch a different bus to our location. We were 1.5 hours late.

Joanne B.

August 16, 2024

All though journey was longer due to road lane closer every thing was fine

Maureen H.

November 19, 2024

Very good

Mark H.

April 13, 2024

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leeds to Bristol by bus

What is the distance between Leeds and Bristol?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leeds to Bristol?
What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/23

$57

11/24

$51

Today

$15

11/26

$14

11/27

$15

11/28

$19

11/29

$15

11/30

$27

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $57 for a bus ticket from Leeds to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-26.