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Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Accrington to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Accrington to Leeds will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Accrington for Leeds every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Accrington to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 53 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Accrington to Leeds coaches for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX540 · NX170 | 9:25 Accrington, Bus Station | 5h15 | 14:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Accrington to Leeds run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 06:17, the last at 22:42. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 6:17 |
Last bus 22:42 |
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Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Leeds Coach Station -> Leeds Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Accrington to Leeds by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Accrington to Leeds buses use the Accrington, Bus Station to Leeds, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leeds, Great Wilson Street. Use this guide to compare Accrington and Leeds bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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