The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Leeds
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Leeds will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Oxford to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
NX160 · NX131
NX160 · NX133
NX160 · NX133
UCX5 · NX426
UCX5 · NX426
NX737 · NX591
NX737 · NX426
NX160 · NX131
UCX5 · NX426
UCX5 · NX426Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 228 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Oxford to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Leeds coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UCX5 · NX561 | 13:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 6h30 | 20:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX133 | On time 14:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 6h15 | 20:25 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX426 | On time 14:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 6h15 | 21:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX240 | 15:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 7h15 | 23:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX131 | 17:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h35 | 23:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NX426 | 06:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h15 | 11:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NX591 | 08:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h05 | 13:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX426 | 08:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h40 | 14:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX561 | 09:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h50 | 15:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX133 | 10:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h55 | 16:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Leeds.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Leeds
Buses from Oxford to Leeds run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 228 km |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Oxford to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Leeds with National Express, Megabus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
FAQs: Oxford to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Leeds
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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