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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Leeds is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Leeds is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Leeds. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Scotland to Leeds?

The distance between Scotland and Leeds is 278 miles. The road distance is 207.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £140 - £200.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Leeds takes 4h 17m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Leeds bus from?

Scotland to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Leeds train from?

Scotland to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Leeds?

The best way to get from Scotland to Leeds is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £140 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Scotland to Leeds bus arrive?

Scotland to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Scotland to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Leeds is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Scotland to Leeds.

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

Book your Scotland to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2594+ hotels available in Leeds.

Scotland to Leeds - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Scotland to Leeds 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 Glasgow Central to Leedstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
4h 17m
£140–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
4h 45m
£20–35
Drive 206 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Leedscar 206 mi
3h 53m
£51–73
Fly from Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4h 34m
£88–222
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 51m
£131–207
Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 15m
£102–244

Scotland to Leeds by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

£140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Scotland and Leeds, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Glasgow Central to Leeds twice daily. Tickets cost £140–200 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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