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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station and arriving at Cardiff North Road. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Leeds to Cardiff?

The distance between Leeds and Cardiff is 221 miles. The road distance is 219.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £150.

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

The train from Leeds to Cardiff Central takes 3h 51m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leeds to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leeds to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Leeds to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 7m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £180 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Leeds to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Cardiff is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Leeds to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Leeds to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
3h 51m
£95–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
6h 45m
£27–45
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to University REbus 216 / ...
6h 7m
£29–46
Drive 218.3 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Cardiffcar 218.3 mi
3h 55m
£54–78
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LBA - CWL
8h 50m
£63–177
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Leeds to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 3m
£98–153
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain Leeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 3m
£68–111
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 / ...
7h 35m
£37–63
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 9m
£67–141
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
5h 40m
£75–184

Leeds to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 220.1 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to University RE via Bus Station in around 6h 7m.

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