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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Leeds is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Leeds is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Leeds. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Wales to Leeds?

The distance between Wales and Leeds is 223 miles. The road distance is 220.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £110 - £160.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Leeds takes 4h 17m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Wales to Leeds bus from?

Wales to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Leeds train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Leeds?

The best way to get from Wales to Leeds is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Wales to Leeds bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wales to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Leeds?

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

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

Book your Wales to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2547+ hotels available in Leeds.

Wales to Leeds - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Wales 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 Cardiff Central to Leedstrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
4h 17m
£110–160
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk078
7h 5m
£21–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
6h 45m
£22–41
Drive 218.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leedscar 218.9 mi
3h 55m
£54–78
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spatrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 51m
£104–164
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
4h 53m
£80–137
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
6h 55m
£40–99

Wales to Leeds by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

£110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Wales and Leeds, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Leeds 5 times a week. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Bristol Bus Station in around 6h 45m.

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