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Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 46 m
Buses on 18 Sept
11
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Selby to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Selby to Leeds will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 11 buses from Selby to Leeds, including 11 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 46 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Selby to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 32 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Selby to Leeds:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Selby to Leeds costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 1m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.35. The journey takes 1h 1m versus 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Selby to Leeds coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:21 Selby | 1h20 | 23:41 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Selby to Leeds run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 32 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 32 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 4:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
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A grand pedestrianised square framed by major buildings, often hosting events, markets and seasonal installations.
A lively regenerated waterfront with canalside walks, converted warehouses, public art and independent venues.
A handsome Victorian shopping arcade with mosaics and period detail, ideal for architecture and boutique browsing.
A Leeds speciality of white fish baked in cream and topped with mashed potato. It is tied to Victorian cookery in the city and wider West Yorkshire.
Classic Yorkshire pudding served as a savoury starter with onion gravy. It is a defining county dish commonly eaten in Leeds pubs and Sunday roasts.
Slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A hearty northern pub dish long associated with Yorkshire cooking.
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, welcoming room. Well suited to Leeds' strong South Asian food scene.
Refined British tasting menus in an intimate, modern dining room. A strong choice for seasonal Yorkshire produce and a special-occasion meal.
Lively city-centre restaurant known for dry-aged steaks, burgers and cocktails. Stylish but relaxed, suited to a polished casual dinner.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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