The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Leeds
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Leeds will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
NXA8 · NX426
NXA6 · NX426
NXA6 · NX561
NX777 · NX195
NXA6 · NX426
NXA6 · NX426
NXA6 · NX426
NXA6 · NX426
NXA6 · NX561
NXA6 · NX591Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 244 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Leeds coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NXA8 · NX466 | On time 21:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 8h10 | 05:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX426 | On time 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 11h30 | 11:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
NXA6 · NX426 | 04:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 7h05 | 11:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX777 · NX180 | On time 19:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 7h20 | 02:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX777 · NX195 | On time 21:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 8h10 | 05:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to Leeds by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Leeds.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Leeds
Buses from London Stansted Airport to Leeds run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 09:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 244 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 244 km |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 09:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to LeedsYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Leeds with National Express for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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