Norwich to Leeds bus with National Express

Sat 29 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

8 h 20 m

Average duration

8 h 25 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

230 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Norwich to Leeds will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Norwich for Leeds every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 230 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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.

National Express
08:308h30
Norwich
17:00Leeds
£451One-way
0 changes
National Express
11:308h20
Norwich
19:50Leeds
£461One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Norwich to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 230 km

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Train

£46

Average Price

Cheapest

£57

Average Price

6h 27m

Average total duration

5h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Norwich to Leeds bus times

The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Leeds coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express05:45 Norwich
8h55
14:40 Leeds0 changesdirect
national_express08:30 Norwich
8h30
17:00 Leeds0 changesdirect
national_express11:30 Norwich
8h20
19:50 Leeds0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Norwich to Leeds

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Buses from Norwich to Leeds run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 230 km distance in 4h 0m.

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
230 km
Average bus duration
5h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:30
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 from Norwich to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Leeds with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 Duration
8h 20m
Cheapest Price
£26
National Express frequency
4 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.

Coaches from Norwich to Leeds

There are no direct services between Norwich and Leeds and the different routes can involve varying amounts of travel time. Most days, there is one fast coach that switches at St Margaret's station, Leicester. Journeys through London take at least two hours longer and there are also a couple of services every day that call upon passengers to change twice en route.

Which coach companies travel from Norwich to Leeds?

National Express is the only company currently operating coaches along this route.

How long is the coach from Norwich to Leeds?

The length of the journey depends upon where passengers change coaches along the way. The shortest route is around seven hours 25 minutes and takes passengers through Leicester. Most services, however, swap coaches at Victoria, leading to travel times of eight to nine hours. There's also a slower, ten to twelve-hour coach that stops at both Peterborough and Nottingham.

How many coaches are there from Norwich to Leeds?

Each day, nine coaches journey between Norwich and Leeds, the first in the very early morning before rush hour and the last in the mid-evening. Most of the services are before lunch or from teatime onwards. It's much the same on Saturdays, while on Sunday the daily schedule shortens by about an hour at either end.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Norwich to Leeds?

Departure bus station: Norwich bus station is right in the city centre with entrances on Surrey Street and Queen's Road. John Lewis, Levi's, Marks and Spencer, intu Chapelfield Shopping Centre and Zara are all within a half-mile radius. The Theatre Royal, Norwich Castle and other attractions are also within easy walking distance. The station is served by five different bus and coach operators, offering a range of local and intercity services.

Arrival bus station: National Express passengers generally arrive at the northern end of Leeds coach and bus station on Dyer Street. This large travel hub has shops selling coffee, snacks, newspapers and magazines, and has places for travellers to recharge their smartphones. The Leeds Markets are accessible through the western exits, and across the A61 is the Leeds Playhouse. All local buses and intercity coaches terminate at the station, so this is a convenient place to travel onward, either within Leeds or beyond.

FAQs: Norwich to Leeds coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Norwich to Leeds can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Norwich to Leeds is £43; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Norwich and Leeds is on average 8 h 20 min   for the 142 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Norwich to Leeds by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Norwich to Leeds leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Norwich to Leeds leaves at 16: 00.
There are 4 coaches a day from Norwich to Leeds which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Norwich to Leeds coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Norwich to Leeds as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Norwich to Leeds by coach is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Leeds from Norwich including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Norwich to Leeds has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Norwich to Leeds.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Norwich to Leeds.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Norwich to Leeds.
    No, luggage for the coach from Norwich to Leeds needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Norwich to Leeds.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Norwich to Leeds.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Norwich to Leeds.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Norwich to Leeds.

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