Comfort
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 3 m
Buses on 05 Sept
2
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 buses from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS), including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 97 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS):
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS) costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Leeds station (LDS) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 3h 39m versus 1h 36m 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.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
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 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS) coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:15 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 5h15 | 15:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:25 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 4h35 | 16:00 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:25 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 4h35 | 17:00 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:25 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 4h15 | 21:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 3:55 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 3h30 | 7:25 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:55, the last at 19:45. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 3:55 |
Last bus 19:45 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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