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Quarry Bank
Industrial heritage museum in a working cotton mill, with machinery, worker stories and landscaped grounds. The essential cultural visit in Styal.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Styal
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 41 m
Buses on 23 Sept
22
Distance
68 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Styal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Styal will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Fast coaches
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 22 buses from Leeds to Styal, including 22 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
FlixBus6:201h55Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop8:15Manchester, Airport£41One-way0 changes- FlixBus19:102h20Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop21:30Manchester, Airport£41One-way0 changes
- FlixBus17:401h45Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop19:25Manchester, Airport£41One-way0 changes
- FlixBus15:102h20Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop17:30Manchester, Airport£41One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:501h55Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop9:45Manchester, Airport£41One-way0 changes
NX17023:251h35Leeds, Coach Station1:00Manchester, Airport£121One-way0 changes- NX17021:301h40Leeds, Coach Station23:10Manchester, Airport£121One-way0 changes
- NX17220:201h40Leeds, Coach Station22:00Manchester, Airport£111One-way0 changes
- FlixBus17:401h45Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop19:25Manchester, Airport£41One-way0 changes
- NX17019:451h45Leeds, Coach Station21:30Manchester, Airport£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Styal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Styal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 68 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Styal is a coach with an average price of £9.
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Styal:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Styal costing on average £41.
The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Styal is by train with an average journey time of 1h 28m.
Other travel options to Styal take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 56m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Styal including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 1h 56m versus 1h 13m 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 National Express, 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.
Live departures
Leeds to Styal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Styal coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 15:10 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 2h20 | 17:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 15:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h05 | 17:50 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 1h50 | 18:25 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:40 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 1h45 | 19:25 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 17:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h50 | 19:35 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:10 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 2h20 | 21:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 19:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h45 | 21:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 20:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h40 | 22:00 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 21:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h40 | 23:10 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 23:25 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h35 | 1:00 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 2h00 | 4:05 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 2:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 4:20 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 2h10 | 6:10 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 6:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h50 | 8:05 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:20 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 1h55 | 8:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 1h55 | 9:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 8:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h50 | 10:00 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:50 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 2h20 | 12:10 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 10:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h50 | 11:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 12:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h50 | 13:50 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 13:55 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h55 | 15:50 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:20 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 1h55 | 16:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Styal.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to Styal.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Styal
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Leeds to Styal run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:26, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 68 km distance in 1h 35m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 0:26 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Leeds to StyalYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Styal with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest National Express Price
£6
National Express frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Complete guide to Styal
Things to do in Styal
Discover the best of Styal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Styal trip today.
- Recommended
Apprentice House
Historic apprentice accommodation at Quarry Bank, showing where child workers lived and learned. Powerful insight into mill-era social history.
Quarry Bank Glasshouses
Restored estate glasshouses displaying the Greg family’s horticultural interests. A small but engaging heritage attraction within Quarry Bank.
- Recommended
Quarry Bank Upper Garden
Landscaped woodland garden with paths, planting and estate views. Ideal for a peaceful walk before or after visiting the mill.
- Recommended
Bollin Valley
Riverside valley with wooded paths, mill infrastructure and scenic bridges. A rewarding walking area that reveals the landscape behind Quarry Bank.
- Recommended
Styal Country Park
Country park with riverside trails, woodland and open space near Styal village. Popular for walking and a good base for exploring the area.
Rag Pudding
A baked pudding of suet pastry filled with minced beef and onion. A long-standing Greater Manchester comfort food tied to local working-class kitchens.
- Gluten-free
Cheshire Cheese
Crumbly cows’ milk cheese traditionally made in Cheshire. It is one of England’s oldest named cheeses and is closely associated with the county around Styal.
Manchester Tart
A sweet, sticky loaf packed with dried fruit, often spread with butter. This northern tea-time favourite is strongly linked with Manchester and nearby towns.
The Ship Inn
Traditional pub near Quarry Bank serving British classics, cask ales and Sunday roasts in a historic village setting.
Quarry Bank Cafe
Relaxed National Trust café at Quarry Bank with light lunches, cakes and hot drinks, convenient for visitors exploring Styal.
The Bull's Head by Innkeeper's Collection
Stylish airport hotel restaurant serving modern British dishes and drinks in a polished but accessible setting close to Styal.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, but nearby Manchester accommodation can raise overall trip costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Bee Network
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.20
- Day pass
- £2.20
To the city centre
Styal -> Styal Village Centre
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- Contactless tap and go works across Bee Network bus and tram services; train tickets are usually bought before boarding or from rail operators.
- Styal is served by Northern trains on the Manchester Airport route; check live departures before travel because service frequency is limited.
FAQs: Leeds to Styal coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Styal 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 Styal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Leeds to Styal can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Styal is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Leeds to Styal is 1h 35m to travel the 68 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Leeds to Styal leaves at 0:26. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leeds to Styal leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 20 direct coaches a day from Leeds to Styal with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leeds to Styal, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Styal. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Styal and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Leeds , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre), Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse . When arriving in Styal , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Airport, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Styal from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leeds to Styal is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Styal including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leeds to Styal:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Styal for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leeds to Styal depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Leeds to Styal.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Styal:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Styal:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Leeds to Styal. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leeds to Styal with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Styal with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leeds to Styal with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Styal
Most Leeds to Styal buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Manchester, Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Styal bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Leeds
Arrival bus stations in Styal
Which Leeds station do buses to Styal leave from?
Buses from Leeds to Styal leave from Leeds, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Leeds city centre at Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK.
Leeds, Coach StationLeeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeds, Coach Station from Leeds city centre
Bus874 · 3m
19, 19A · 3m · £2 · every ~7 min
Leeds, Coach Station 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 and drink
Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.
Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus StopLeeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop from Leeds city centre
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Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop bus station facilities and services
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 and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop. ATMs are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) from Leeds city centre
Bus874 · 5m
19, 19A · 5m · £2 · every ~7 min
Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) bus station facilities and 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 and drink
Food options include: Nearby cafes and eateries available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). ATMs are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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