What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 6h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Leeds. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Leeds?

The distance between Cardiff and Leeds is 223 miles. The road distance is 219.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Leeds without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Leeds?

The train from Cardiff Central to Leeds takes 4h 17m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leeds bus from?

Cardiff to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leeds train from?

Cardiff to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Leeds?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leeds is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 6h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £220 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leeds bus arrive?

Cardiff to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Leeds train arrive?

Cardiff to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Leeds is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Leeds?

Book your Cardiff to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Leeds?

Book your Cardiff to Leeds bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2419+ hotels available in Leeds.

Cardiff to Leeds - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Leeds by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LeedsCardiff Central - Edinburgh
4h 17m
£50–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUk070 / ...
6h 14m
£16–36
Drive 218.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leeds218.3 mi
3h 50m
£54–78
Fly Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)CWL - LBA
6h 57m
£65–215
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwayPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to LeedsPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 50m
£86–196
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to LeedsManchester Airport - Leeds / ...
4h 55m
£61–137
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station131 / ...
6h 17m
£25–77
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Leeds City Bus StationUk078
7h 5m
£19–50
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leeds
5h 38m
£68–236

Cardiff to Leeds by train

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Leeds, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Leeds 5 times a week. Tickets cost £50–190 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Leeds City Bus Station via Bus Station in around 6h 14m.

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