The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Leeds
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Leeds will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Southampton for Leeds every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 322 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 50 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 322 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Southampton to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Leeds coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 1 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:15 Southampton | 8h50 | 12:05 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:45 Southampton | 8h20 | 22:05 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Southampton | 7h20 | 22:20 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:05 Southampton | 7h45 | 22:50 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Leeds
Buses from Southampton to Leeds run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 322 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 322 km |
Average bus duration 7h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Southampton to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Leeds with Megabus, National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and Leeds
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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