The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to St Albans
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to St Albans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to St Albans will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 buses that leave Leeds for St Albans every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leeds to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 242 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leeds to St Albans bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to St Albans coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:05 Leeds | 6h35 | 06:40 St Albans | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Leeds to St Albans coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Scottish Citylink or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to St Albans.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Scottish Citylink or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to St Albans.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to St Albans.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to St Albans
Buses from Leeds to St Albans run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus from Leeds to St AlbansYou can travel by bus between Leeds to St Albans with Megabus, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leeds to St Albans coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to St Albans 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 St Albans, 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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