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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds University to Cardiff is to bus which costs £16 - £45 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds University to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds University and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds University to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Leeds University and arriving at Kingsway GD via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds University and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds University to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Cardiff Central via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Leeds University to Cardiff?

The distance between Leeds University and Cardiff is 234 miles. The road distance is 219.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds University to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £85 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Leeds University to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds University to Cardiff bus from?

Leeds University to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds University to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leeds University to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Leeds University to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £85 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £13 - £50 and takes 7h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £220 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Leeds University to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds University to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds University to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds University to Cardiff is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Leeds University to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1512+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Leeds University to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Leeds University to Cardiff 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 Leeds to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 27m
£85–247
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus StationUk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
7h 25m
£13–48
Drive 218.2 mi
1. Drive from Leeds University to Cardiff218.2 mi
3h 53m
£54–78
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LBA - CWL
7h 9m
£68–212
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester PiccadillyLeeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 41m
£57–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North RoadUk078
8h 20m
£16–45
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 49m
£64–143
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 17m
£53–209

Leeds University to Cardiff by bus

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Distance: 232.3 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a vehicle from Leeds University to Cardiff Central via Leeds and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds University to Kingsway GD via Cultural B, Leeds City Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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