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Rugby Football Museum
Museum on the birthplace of rugby football, with displays on the game’s origins, school history, and memorable sporting artefacts.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 4 m
Buses on 23 Sept
24
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Rugby will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 24 buses from Leeds to Rugby, including 15 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 160 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Rugby:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Rugby costing on average £76.
Other travel options to Rugby take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 58m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 2h 58m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Rugby coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:30 Leeds | 1h55 | 18:25 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:40 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 3h20 | 4:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 3h55 | 5:55 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 2h35 | 6:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 2h40 | 7:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 4h50 | 9:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 5:15 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 4h00 | 9:15 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 6h40 | 11:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 5h10 | 11:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 8:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h10 | 9:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 6h05 | 15:40 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:35 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 2h25 | 12:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h25 | 12:15 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 6h45 | 16:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 14:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h25 | 18:25 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 2h25 | 16:25 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:35 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 16:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h20 | 17:25 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 18:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Leeds to Rugby run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 160 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 160 km |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Rugby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rugby trip today.
Museum on the birthplace of rugby football, with displays on the game’s origins, school history, and memorable sporting artefacts.
Local history museum with Roman finds, social history displays, and changing exhibitions that introduce Rugby and the wider borough.
Art gallery programme within Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, showing contemporary exhibitions alongside community-focused visual arts events.
Large urban park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities, and broad lawns, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
Scenic canal-side walking area by Newbold, popular for waterside strolls, narrowboats, and easy access to the Oxford Canal route.
Pleasant riverside and meadow paths east of town, good for walking, wildlife spotting, and seeing a calmer side of Rugby.
A Warwickshire and West Midlands speciality of pork sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter, often served with onion gravy.
A traditional English stew of beef, root vegetables and ale or stock, common in pubs across Warwickshire in colder months.
A classic Midlands sweet-and-savoury pie with minced meat, apples and warming spices, linked to nearby Warwickshire traditions.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and generous sharing plates in a lively space.
Smart Indian restaurant known locally for refined curries, tandoori dishes and attentive table service.
Popular Rugby pub and restaurant serving British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed traditional setting.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail fares can be relatively high and local bus costs are manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as leaving small change.
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Rugby, Clifton Road (Stand A) -> Rugby Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Rugby 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 Rugby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Rugby buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Rugby 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.
Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop. ATMs are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
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