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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 on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 11 m
Buses on 18 Sept
4
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.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 buses from Accrington to Leeds, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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 an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 53 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Accrington to Leeds:
A train is £6 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Accrington to Leeds costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 2m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.73. The journey takes 5h 2m versus 1h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Accrington to Leeds coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:35 Accrington | 5h40 | 12:15 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Accrington | 4h55 | 12:55 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:35 Accrington | 5h05 | 14:40 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:35 Accrington | 5h05 | 15:40 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Accrington to Leeds run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 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 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 6:17 |
Last bus 22:42 |
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Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
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A Leeds speciality of white fish baked in cream and topped with mashed potato. It is tied to Victorian cookery in the city and wider West Yorkshire.
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Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
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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, Great Wilson Street station pair, with some services arriving at Leeds, Coach Station. 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.
Accrington, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Accrington, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Accrington, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Accrington, Bus Station.
Available at Accrington, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Accrington, Bus Station: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Leeds, Great Wilson Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, Great Wilson Street. ATMs are available at Leeds, Great Wilson Street.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Great Wilson Street.
Available at Leeds, Great Wilson Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Great Wilson Street: The station is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.
Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.
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