St Albans to Leeds bus with Arriva Herts and Essex

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Albans to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 23 Mar

Cheapest price

£47

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

5 h 20 m

Average duration

5 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

242 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from St Albans to Leeds will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave St Albans for Leeds every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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
10:205h20
St Albans
15:40Leeds
£471One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for St Albans to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Albans to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £61.

Distance: 242 km

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Train

£50

Average Price

Cheapest

£72

Average Price

5h 43m

Average total duration

5h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 19m

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Live departures

St Albans to Leeds bus times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Leeds coaches for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 02:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express08:05 St Albans
5h00
13:05 Leeds0 changesdirect
national_express10:20 St Albans
5h20
15:40 Leeds0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from St Albans to Leeds

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Buses from St Albans to Leeds run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 4h 55m.

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
242 km
Average bus duration
5h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£46
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
4h 55m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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: Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK from St Albans to LeedsYou can travel by bus between St Albans to Leeds with Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK for as low as £46. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Arriva Herts and Essex

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 48m
Cheapest Price
£29
Arriva Herts and Essex frequency
1 a day

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 27m
Cheapest Price
£29
Arriva UK frequency
5 a day

FAQs: St Albans to Leeds coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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 St Albans to Leeds can start from as little as £46 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Albans to Leeds is £50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from St Albans to Leeds is 4h 55m to travel the 242 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from St Albans to Leeds leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from St Albans to Leeds leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from St Albans to Leeds with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from St Albans to Leeds, you can count on Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Leeds. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between St Albans and Leeds and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Leeds from St Albans is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from St Albans to Leeds is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between St Albans and Leeds including taking a coach and train.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from St Albans to Leeds.
No, the coach from St Albans to Leeds has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from St Albans to Leeds.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from St Albans to Leeds.
No, luggage for the coach from St Albans to Leeds needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from St Albans to Leeds.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Albans to Leeds.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from St Albans to Leeds.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from St Albans to Leeds.

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