Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h
Buses on 15 Sept
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Dronfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Dronfield will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 1 buses from Leeds to Dronfield, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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 Leeds to Dronfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 55 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Dronfield:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Dronfield costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Dronfield take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (55m by bus vs 1h 4m by car) and save roughly £5 compared to fuel and tolls (£6 vs £12). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Dronfield coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX131 | 18:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h00 | 19:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX467 | 22:55 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h20 | 0:15 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX467 | 22:55 Leeds, Coach Station | 0h50 | 23:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
![]() | 15:05 Leeds | 1h00 | 16:05 Dronfield | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Leeds to Dronfield run on average 10 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 55m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Dronfield 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 Dronfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Dronfield buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Dronfield bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and eateries available
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). ATMs are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Sheffield, Chesterfield Road South / Bochum Parkway is 2 km from Dronfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Sheffield, Chesterfield Road South / Bochum Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Sheffield, Chesterfield Road South / Bochum Parkway. ATMs are available at Sheffield, Chesterfield Road South / Bochum Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Chesterfield Road South / Bochum Parkway.
Available at Sheffield, Chesterfield Road South / Bochum Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Chesterfield Road South / Bochum Parkway: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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