How to travel from Leeds to London

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Compare train and bus for Leeds to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $38.

Distance: 169 miles (272 km)

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$84

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$29

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3h 53m

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3h 23m

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4h 15m

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3h 45m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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from Leeds to London

How to get from Leeds to London by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Leeds to London is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:15 AM4h10
    Leeds, Coach Station
    2:25 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:50 PM4h35
    Leeds, Coach Station
    10:25 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • London North Eastern RailwayY11690
    8:10 AM2h11
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:21 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $1481One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • London North Eastern RailwayY11705
    10:40 AM2h14
    Leeds station (LDS)
    12:54 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $851One-way
    0 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayY11707
    11:40 AM2h14
    Leeds station (LDS)
    1:54 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $891One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC43745+London North Eastern RailwayC40884
    9:42 AM2h35
    Leeds station (LDS)
    12:17 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $901One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:05 AM4h50
    Leeds, Coach Station
    1:55 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 AM4h15
    Leeds, Coach Station
    2:15 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:50 AM4h35
    Leeds, Coach Station
    1:25 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

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General Information about the Journey from Leeds to London

Located about 200 miles (320 km) apart, the journey from Leeds to London is convenient by bus and train for travelers in the UK. There are even direct flights available from Leeds International Airport. Trains and coaches both depart Leeds city center, whilst flights to London are available from Leeds Bradford International Airport.

Return trips from London to Leeds are also available.

How to get from Leeds to London

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Leeds to London, 59,68% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Leeds to London and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to London

Travel to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to London.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and London including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to London is a bus with an average price of $14 (€11).

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to London:

A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to London costing on average $38 (€31).

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to London is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 5m.

The distance from Leeds to London is approximately 169 miles (272 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to London is:
  • Around 33 buses per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and London as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to London:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in London Kings Cross (KGX).
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to London, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo to go to London by train.
  • Travel with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink to go to London by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leeds to London with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway.
  • 33 direct buses per day with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to London often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between London and these popular destinations at a great price.
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