Bus from Leeds to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leeds to London on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Leeds City Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationCheapest
National ExpressBus
    		Leeds Coach Station
    		Golders GreenFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Leeds Coach Station
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
      MegabusBus
        		Leeds Coach Station
        		Finchley RoadNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Leeds City Bus Station
        		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 06:12 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to London

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        2carpool per day
        3h 50mAverage duration
        169 milesDistance
        11kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£12 - £69Average duration4h 50m
        7kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£27 - £279Average duration2h 15m
        6kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£13 - £37Average duration3h 50m
        11kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leeds to London

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Leeds to London?

          The cheapest coach tickets from Leeds to London start from £12. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Leeds to London?

          The average bus journey time from Leeds to London is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 170 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 30m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the Leeds to London route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 64 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leeds to London?

          The earliest bus departs from Leeds to London at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leeds to London?

          A bus journey from Leeds to London produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from Leeds to London?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to London?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leeds to London?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leeds to London?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        13/12
        £23
        14/12
        £32
        Today
        £21
        16/12
        £19
        17/12
        £18
        18/12
        £18
        19/12
        £19
        20/12
        £23
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leeds to London was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leeds to London as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from £18 to £86 for a bus ticket from Leeds to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-18.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

        What's the cheapest way to go from Leeds to London?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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