4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to York
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
35 km
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 £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 4 buses that leave Leeds for York every day 4 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 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 42 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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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 train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 35 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company | Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to York coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NT229700 | 08:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h42 | 10:21 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX131 | 12:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 0h50 | 12:55 York, Rail Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | 20:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 20:50 York, Rail Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | 23:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 23:55 York, Rail Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to York
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Buses from Leeds to York run on average 4 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 35 km distance in 40m.
Distance 35 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Coastliner from Leeds to YorkYou can travel by bus between Leeds to York with National Express, FlixBus, Coastliner for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and York
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, 737
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