The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lincoln to Leeds
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lincoln to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Leeds will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Lincoln to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
NX451 · NX132
NX151 · NX131
NX451 · NX132
NX151 · NX131Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lincoln to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 92 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£31 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lincoln to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Leeds coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX451 · NX132 | 08:45 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 4h30 | 13:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX151 · NX131 | On time 10:40 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 7h15 | 17:55 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lincoln to Leeds
Buses from Lincoln to Leeds run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 08:11, the last at 20:25. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 08:11 |
Last bus 20:25 |
Bus providers: National Express from Lincoln to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Lincoln to Leeds with National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Coach from Lincoln to Leeds
Lincoln and Leeds are 57 miles (92 km) apart, and bus journeys to Leeds from Lincoln take just under 7 hours. National Express is the only bus company operating coaches in this route. Each day there are five National Express buses providing safe and comfortable travel to Leeds from Lincoln.
How long is the journey by bus from Lincoln to Leeds?
On average, passengers can expect to spend slightly under 7 hours in coaches from Lincoln to Leeds. However, depending on which bus passengers book, the journey can last slightly longer or shorter. Faster buses take just under 6 hours to cover the distance. Commuters who book seats on connecting buses should expect to arrive in Leeds in 7 hours.
How many coaches are there from Lincoln to Leeds?
Although National Express is the only bus company operating coaches from Lincoln to Leeds, passengers plying this route have plenty of options. Every weekday, there are at least five buses departing for Leeds from Lincoln. On weekends this number rises to eight. As such, there over forty coaches heading to Leeds from Lincoln every week. Among the departures, there is an early morning bus and an evening bus. By taking the early morning bus, commuters can arrive in Leeds just in time for lunch. Though most of the coaches head directly to Leeds, there some connecting buses travellers can take should they wish to cut down on travel expenses.
What is/are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Lincoln to Leeds?
Departure station: Lincoln Central Bus Station. To board coaches from Lincoln to Leeds, travellers will have to make their way to this station on St Mary's Street, sandwiched between a multi-storey car park and Lincoln Central Train Station. In the station, commuters have access to a seating area and cafés where they can wait for their departure time. Other amenities in the station include cash points, storage lockers, WiFi, and toilets.
Arrival station: Leeds City Bus Station. On arrival, passengers will alight at this station where there's a taxi rank and plenty of other buses to take travellers to other parts of Leeds. Some of the facilities available include a baby changing area, cash points, Information Help Points, photo booths, toilets, cafés, WiFi, and a shopping centre.
Which coach providers travel from Lincoln to Leeds?
Travellers heading to Leeds from Lincoln by coach will be taken by National Express. Even though National Express are the only operator in this route, commuters are guaranteed of top-notch services with a smooth journey. There are at least five daily National Express coaches from Lincoln to Leeds. National Express offer both direct and connecting trips: direct coaches are the better option for commuters who want to travel in the shortest time possible and avoid the hassle of transfers; for those who wish to cut on travel expenses and do not mind spending more time on the road, the connecting buses are suitable.
National Express Lincoln to Leeds
National Express offers its customers maximum convenience on the Lincoln-Leeds route, with both early morning buses and evening buses. The early morning bus gets travellers in Leeds early enough to attend to their affairs of the day. Travellers who have an early morning appointment in Leeds can take the evening bus and spend the night there.
Lincoln to Leeds Coach: Services on Board
All passengers travelling on National Express coaches from Lincoln to Leeds do not have to worry about luggage. For each ticket, there is a luggage allocation of one carry-on hand luggage, as well as two medium-sized suitcases of dimensions 70 cm × 45 cm × 30 cm or one large suitcase of dimensions 70 cm × 50 cm × 32 cm. Passenger with any special luggage requirements should communicate in advance and be prepared to incur extra charges. The modern buses by National Express have large well-spaced seats, and the passengers even have some legroom to ensure maximum comfort during the journey. For passengers who wish to entertain themselves while in transit, the buses have WiFi, and each seat has a dedicated power outlet in case your device is running low on power. The safety of passengers is the main priority for National Express, which is why all their coaches have onboard technologies such as Alco-lock, CCTV, Drivecam, and Traffilog. The Alco-lock ensures that the engine cannot start until the driver passes an alcohol test. The buses also have a coach tracker that allows a passenger to track the location of the bus at any moment by keying in their ticket number in the National Express website.
FAQs: Lincoln to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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