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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Leeds is to bus which costs £8 - £40 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Leeds is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Southbank E. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Leeds. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Leeds?

The distance between Liverpool and Leeds is 74 miles. The road distance is 72.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £25 - £55.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leeds takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Leeds bus from?

Liverpool to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Leeds train from?

Liverpool to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Leeds?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Leeds is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £40 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Liverpool to Leeds bus arrive?

Liverpool to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Southbank E station.

Where does the Liverpool to Leeds train arrive?

Liverpool to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Leeds is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Liverpool to Leeds.

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

Book your Liverpool to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 1272+ hotels available in Leeds.

Liverpool to Leeds - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Liverpool to Leeds by train, bus, or car

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 Liverpool Lime Street to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
1h 26m
£25–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Southbank Ebus 170
2h 50m
£8–40
Drive 71.8 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Leedscar 71.8 mi
1h 16m
£18–26

Liverpool to Leeds by train

242Weekly Trains

1h 26mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Leeds.

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Distance: 73.4 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Leeds, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Northern Trains Limited also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Southbank E hourly. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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