4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to London
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Buses per day
41
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to London will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 41 buses that leave Leeds for London every day 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 272 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 272 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to London coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 04:25 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 5h00 | 09:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 04:25 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 4h25 | 08:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 04:45 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 4h40 | 09:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 04:45 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 4h05 | 08:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | Delayed 13:30 06:45Leeds, Coach Station | 4h35 | 15:30 15:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h25 | 11:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h00 | 12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | Delayed 13:30 07:45Leeds, Coach Station | 4h35 | 15:30 15:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | Delayed 13:30 08:10Leeds, Coach Station | 4h40 | 15:30 15:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h10 | 13:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h35 | 12:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 | Delayed 10:35 08:30Leeds, Coach Station | 4h40 | 13:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 13:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h25 | 14:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | Delayed 13:30 09:10Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 15:30 15:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 | Delayed 10:35 09:50Leeds, Coach Station | 4h45 | 14:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 | On time 10:35 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h45 | 15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 15:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h15 | 15:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h15 | 15:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 | On time 11:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 16:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | Delayed 13:30 12:30Leeds, Coach Station | 4h40 | 17:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | On time 13:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h10 | 18:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h45 | 19:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 | On time 15:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 20:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h40 | 21:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX591 | 16:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h15 | 21:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h00 | 21:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h25 | 21:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h35 | 22:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h05 | 22:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 | On time 18:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h20 | 22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h05 | 23:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h35 | 22:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | On time 19:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h20 | 23:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:55 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 6h15 | 06:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:55 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 5h50 | 05:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX466 | 23:59 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h51 | 05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 17 November | |||||
| NX465 | 00:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h50 | 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to London
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Buses from Leeds to London run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 34 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 272 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 272 km |
Average bus duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Leeds to LondonYou can travel by bus between Leeds to London with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Travelling by Coach from Leeds to London
National Express buses go from Leeds to London frequently with direct journey's arriving into Victoria Coach Station. The journey takes about 5 hours departing from Leeds Coach Station.
Know before you go:
- Coaches from Leeds to London are run by National Express.
- The average journey duration is 4hrs 45min, although some journeys can take up to 6hrs.
- Direct coaches run from London to Birmingham from 00:20 until 19:30.
- Up to 2 coaches departing an hour throughout the day.
- Coaches depart from Leeds Coach Station and arrive into London Victoria Coach Station.
Cheapest Days to Book Travel by Coach
The table below displays the cheapest days to book travel on average from Leeds to London. You can save yourself almost £10 by booking 10 weeks in advance.
Tips for Booking Cheap Coaches from Leeds to London
- To get the best price it's important to book about 3 weeks in advance, the further in advance the better.
- The cheapest day to book is a Tuesday, Friday is the most expensive day to travel.
- The cheapest time of day to travel is either first thing in the morning or last in the evening.
Coach Station Information and Getting to the City Centre
Departing from Leeds: Coaches from Leeds to London depart from Leeds Coach Station located on Dyer Street in the city centre. Travellers can get to the Coach station by taking a number of local buses from all around the city, or walk which takes about 12 minutes from the city centre. The coach station is open 24hrs but the ticket office is only open from 09:00-17:00 on weekdays, and 10:00-18:00 on Sundays. The station has facilities including a coffee shop, refreshments, charging points, a cash machine, newsagents and payphones.
Arriving in London: Coaches from Leeds to London arrive at Victoria Coach Station, and is next to Victoria Rail Station and Underground Station. The Circle & District Line and the Victoria Line run through Victoria Station, as well as overground trains running across London and local buses. The coach station closes at 01:00 and opens again at 05:00, the ticket office is open daily from 08:00-20:00. There are cash machines, payphones, refreshments and a left luggage office at the coach station.
FAQs: Leeds to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre), Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop and Leeds, University. When arriving in London, you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, London, Golders Green Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and London
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, 737
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Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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