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 departures

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
8:50am	Leeds Coach Station	6h 20m	3:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	1d 1h	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	1d 1h	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
2:00am	Leeds Coach Station	7h 50m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Bristol on November 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	7:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
8:35am	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	1:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
11:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	5:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
1:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 40m	7:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
7:10pm	Leeds City Bus Station	4h 25m	11:35pm	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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

168 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $95	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $546	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $45	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,259 reviews

Staff4.1

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

4/529,706 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29706 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 $20

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

3.5/54,267 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 4267 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

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Where are the popular stops in Leeds and Bristol?

Stops in Leeds

A - Leeds Coach Station

B - Leeds Bradford Airport

C - 20 Central Rd

D - Leeds Bus Stop F5

E - St Peter's Street

F - Leeds

Stops in Bristol

A - Bristol, Bus & Coach Station

B - Westbury Road

C - The Centre

D - Park Avenue

E - Bond St

F - Cribbs Causeway

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

11/08

$36

11/09

$30

Today

$15

11/11

$12

11/12

$12

11/13

$12

11/14

$15

11/15

$12

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $37 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 $12 which is on 2025-11-15.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 15m	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 10m	Avg Price$177	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 40m	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures1

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