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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Leeds
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Leeds will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bradford for Leeds every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. 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 £1, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 13 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bradford to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Leeds coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 23:15 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0h30 | 23:45 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX465 | 23:50 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0h30 | 00:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Leeds
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Buses from Bradford to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £1 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 13 km distance in 30m.
Distance 13 km |
Average bus duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 00:17 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, First Bradford, First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, Arriva Yorkshire from Bradford to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Leeds with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, First Bradford, First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, Arriva Yorkshire for as low as £1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Bradford to Leeds: Journey Details
There are dozens of buses from Bradford to Leeds to choose from every day. Local buses are operated by First and include the X6 fast service. The X6 runs throughout the day at approximately 20 minute intervals from Monday to Saturday. Another convenient choice is National Express which offers travellers buses from early morning till late at night. National Express buses depart as often as every 10 minutes at peak times and an average trip takes about 30 minutes.
Taking the Bus from Bradford
Buses from Bradford to Leeds leave from the Bradford Interchange, a combined bus and train station close to the city centre. The station has two levels and the departure points are on the upper tier. Local buses operated by First or Metro can take passengers from most parts of the city to the station. Car parking is available on the lower level for those who wish to drive to the station and taxis can also drop passengers at the taxi rank there.
Getting into Leeds by Bus
Visitors flock to Leeds for shopping and nightlife as well as for historical attractions like St. Anne's Cathedral and St. George's Church. Millenium Square is an essential stop for its unique architecture, markets and exhibitions while open spaces like Roundhay Park appeal to walkers and outdoor fans. Buses from Bradford to Leeds drop travellers at Leeds Coach Station in Dyer Street. The station is just 1 mile from the railway station and close to the centre of the city. Drivers can get to the station easily via the A61 and York Street and taxis can also use this route to drop passengers. The station is well served by local bus services and there are several stops in York Street for routes including the 6, 28. 33 and 189.
FAQs: Bradford to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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.
When departing from Bradford, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station). When arriving in Leeds, you can end your journey in coach stations like Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport and Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bradford, Interchange Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leeds, Coach Station, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Leeds
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, 737
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