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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to York

Showing times and prices for 22 Apr

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

46 m

Buses per day

Distance

35 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to York will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Leeds for York every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 35 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 50 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.

FlixBus

19:300h50

Leeds, Coach Station

20:20York, Leeman Road

£51One-way

0 changes

FlixBus

08:100h50

Leeds, Coach Station

09:00York, Leeman Road

£51One-way

0 changes

NX561

23:150h40

Leeds, Coach Station

23:55York

£71One-way

0 changes

NX131

12:050h50

Leeds, Coach Station

12:55York

£81One-way

0 changes

NX561

21:000h40

Leeds, Coach Station

21:40York

£81One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leeds to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

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Coach	Most popular Train
£7 Average Price Cheapest	£8 Average Price
1h 16m average duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 17m average duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Leeds to York bus times

Showing buses for today, Monday 21 April

Last updated at 15:29

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus	18:30 Leeds, Coach Station	0h50	19:20 York, Leeman Road	0 changesdirect
NX561	19:10 Leeds, Coach Station	0h40	19:50 York	0 changesdirect
NX561	22:15 Leeds, Coach Station	0h40	22:55 York	0 changesdirect
Tuesday 22 April
FlixBus	07:10 Leeds, Coach Station	0h50	08:00 York, Leeman Road	0 changesdirect
NX131	11:05 Leeds, Coach Station	0h50	11:55 York	0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to York

United Kingdom

Buses from Leeds to York run on average 4 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

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

35 km

Average bus duration

46m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

40m

First bus

07:50

Last bus

23:15

Price information

Coach companies: National Express and FlixBus Leeds to York

For as little as £8 you can travel by coach between Leeds and York with National Express and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach between Leeds and York, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Leeds to York coach information:

Average Duration: 40 min
Cheapest Price: £8
National Express frequency: 1 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Buses from Leeds to York

Buses from Leeds to York run regularly throughout the day, on a seven-days-a-week basis. The journey is short, taking between 40 minutes to just over an hour. Most services are direct.

Which bus companies run from Leeds to York?

The major bus provider on this route is National Express which provides direct services from Leeds to York.

How long is the journey from Leeds to York

The direct journey between Leeds and York takes between 1 hour 10 minutes and 1 hour 40 minutes. These times can vary depending on the date and time of departure.

Where do buses depart from and arrive to?

Leeds city bus station is located right in the centre of the city, close to the main shopping district and Leeds Kirkgate Market. A major bus terminus for regional and local buses, it is also a fairly short walk away from Leeds railway station, an important stop for trains travelling through Yorkshire and Northern England. There are limited night bus options in the city, however, there is a taxi rank nearby.

Buses from Leeds to York arrive outside York railway station. The train station is relatively central, with many of the main places of interest within reasonable walking distance. From York station, it's possible to take trains onwards to places such as Newcastle and Edinburgh. York has an extensive local bus network, although there are limited night buses, taxis are at the station around the clock.

FAQs: Leeds to York coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Leeds to York with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to York.

Cheap coach tickets from Leeds to York can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to York is £7; 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 York is 40 min to travel the 22 mile long trip, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Leeds to York leaves at 07: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Leeds to York leaves at 23: 15.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Leeds to York without having to change trains with National Express, FlixBus or Coastliner. There are 4 direct coaches from Leeds to York each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a coach from Leeds to York, you can count on National Express, FlixBus or Coastliner for the best way to get you to York. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to York from Leeds and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Leeds, Coach Station and Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop. When arriving in York, you can end your trip in coach stations like York, Rail Station, York, Leeman Road and York, Train Station.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at York, Rail Station, located 0.5 miles (786 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to York from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Leeds to York by coach is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to York from Leeds including taking a train or coach.

No, the coach from Leeds to York has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to York.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leeds to York.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Leeds to York.

No, luggage for the coach from Leeds to York needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Leeds to York.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leeds to York.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to York.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Leeds to York.

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and York

Leeds

York

The major coach station for departures in Leeds is Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop for your trip from Leeds to York.

Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop