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 - £40 and takes 7h 5m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Cardiff?

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

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 five times a week, 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 218.6 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 £80 - £380.

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 five times a week.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Cardiff bus from?

Leeds to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus 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 £80 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £50 and takes 5h 54m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £220 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Leeds to Cardiff bus arrive?

Leeds to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at 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 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m 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?

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Leeds 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 Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
3h 51m
£80–380
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus StationUk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
5h 54m
£14–49
Drive 217.4 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Cardiff217.4 mi
3h 50m
£54–77
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LBA - CWL
6h 23m
£68–211
Train via Bristol
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 11m
£85–145
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 9m
£57–122
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
6h 50m
£25–76
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk078
7h 5m
£27–40
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
5h 51m
£54–205

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 5 times a week. Tickets cost £80–380 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Kingsway GD via Bus Station in around 5h 54m.

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