Leeds to Belfast bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Belfast

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Nov
Cheapest price on 04 Nov
£52
Average ticket price on 04 Nov
£53
Fastest journey on 04 Nov
15 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 04 Nov
15 h 28 m
Buses on 04 Nov
3
Distance
298 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Belfast will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.

Fast coaches

On Wed 04 Nov, we found 3 buses from Leeds to Belfast, including 3 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 298 km distance in an average of 15 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 15 h 35 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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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Belfast

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Buses from Leeds to Belfast run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 02:55, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 298 km distance in 12h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £21
Distance
298 km
Average bus duration
12h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£51
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
12h 25m
First bus
2:55
Last bus
23:25
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £21

Frequently asked questions about your Leeds to Belfast trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leeds to Belfast.

Cheap coach tickets from Leeds to Belfast can start from as little as £51 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Belfast is £53; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Leeds to Belfast leaves at 2:55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leeds to Belfast leaves at 23:25.
There are 1 coaches a day from Leeds to Belfast which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Leeds to Belfast bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Belfast coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express1:55 Leeds
15h35
17:30 Belfast0 changesdirect
National Express2:55 Leeds
15h35
18:30 Belfast0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Leeds to Belfast coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Leeds to Belfast.
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Bus providers: National Express from Leeds to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Belfast with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
12h 25m
Cheapest National Express Price
£51
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leeds and Belfast

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Leeds to Belfast, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Belfast. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Belfast and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Belfast for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leeds to Belfast:
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    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leeds to Belfast depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Leeds to Belfast.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Belfast:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Belfast:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leeds to Belfast.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leeds to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leeds to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express.

Complete guide to Belfast

Things to do in Belfast

Discover the best of Belfast — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Belfast trip today.

  • Must visit

Titanic Belfast

Major interactive museum telling the story of the ship, the city’s industrial heritage and the dock where Titanic was built.

  • Must visit

Ulster Museum

National museum with art, archaeology, natural history and local history collections beside Botanic Gardens.

  • Recommended

Golden Thread Gallery

Contemporary gallery in the Cathedral Quarter showing rotating exhibitions by Irish and international artists in a compact city-centre space.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and pub meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest: 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included, round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Leeds to Belfast coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leeds and Belfast including taking a coach, flight and ferry.
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popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Belfast

Most Leeds to Belfast buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Belfast bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Leeds
Arrival bus stations in Belfast

Which Leeds station do buses to Belfast leave from?

Buses from Leeds to Belfast leave from Leeds, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Leeds city centre at Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK.
Leeds, Coach StationLeeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, Coach Station from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 3m
19, 19A · 3m · £2 · every ~7 min

Leeds, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.

Bus stations for Leeds to Belfast

Check bus stations information for Leeds and Belfast, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street, located 1 away from the city centre.

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