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 £23 - £55 and takes 7h 40m.

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 56m 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 Cardiff North Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

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 Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Leeds University to Cardiff?

The distance between Leeds University and Cardiff is 224 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 via Cheltenham which takes 4h 30m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m 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 & Coach 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 via Cheltenham which takes 4h 30m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 7h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £180 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Leeds University to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds University to Cardiff train arrive?

Leeds University to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa 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 56m to drive from Leeds University to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1668+ 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 via Cheltenham
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Cheltenham Spatrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 30m
£108–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
7h 40m
£24–53
Drive 218.2 mi
1. Drive from Leeds University to Cardiffcar 218.2 mi
3h 56m
£54–77
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 50m
£62–199
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 34m
£80–145
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
8h
£41–99
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LBA - CWL
10h 10m
£51–179
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 19m
£80–190

Leeds University to Cardiff by bus

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Distance: 223.1 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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 Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds University to Cardiff North Road via Cultural B, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Bristol Bus Station in around 7h 40m.

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