The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Bradford
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Bradford will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leeds for Bradford every day 3 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. 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 £2, and a coach costs an average of £2.
Distance: 13 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg 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.
Live departures
Leeds to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Bradford coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:00 Leeds | 0h30 | 14:30 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Leeds | 0h30 | 20:00 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:15 Leeds | 0h30 | 22:45 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Bradford
Buses from Leeds to Bradford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 13 km distance in 25m.
Distance 13 km |
Average bus duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, First Bradford from Leeds to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Bradford with Megabus, National Express, First Bradford for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leeds to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Leeds, Coach Station and Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport. When arriving in Bradford, you can end your route in coach stations like Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Leeds to Bradford, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Bradford
- 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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