The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 11 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Cheltenham will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Leeds to Cheltenham you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus12:056h40Leeds, Coach Station18:45Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub£191One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus8:305h45Leeds, Coach Station14:15Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub£191One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus2:007h15Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)9:15Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub£211One-way1 change
NX466 · NX44423:5910h11Leeds, Coach Station10:10Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£351One-way1 change
NX426 · NX44418:008h00Leeds, Coach Station2:00Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£351One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus8:305h45Leeds, Coach Station14:15Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub£191One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:056h40Leeds, Coach Station18:45Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub£191One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus2:007h15Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)9:15Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub£211One-way1 change
NX426 · NX44418:008h00Leeds, Coach Station2:00Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£351One-way1 change
NX561 · NX44512:308h15Leeds, Coach Station20:45Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£511One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 214 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Cheltenham coaches for today, Wednesday 8 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:40 Leeds | 7h35 | 2:15 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
NX465 · NX444 | On time 23:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 9h35 | 9:05 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 9 April | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 7h15 | 8:15 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX445 | 5:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 8h55 | 14:10 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX444 | On time 6:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 9h20 | 16:05 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h45 | 13:15 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX445 | 9:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 8h30 | 17:30 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Cheltenham
Buses from Leeds to Cheltenham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 214 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 214 km |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Leeds to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Cheltenham with Megabus, National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leeds to Cheltenham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Cheltenham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
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