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What is the best way to travel from Bristol to Leeds?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains, Flights and Carpool for the journey to Leeds from Bristol. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 25m
£9
£18
43
Train
4h 25m
£67
£100
8
Flight
3h 45m
£52
£261
18

What is the cheapest way to reach Leeds from Bristol?

You can get to Leeds with just £9 by taking a Bus from megabus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £14
tomorrow
from £15
Friday
from £9
Saturday
from £9
Sunday
from £14
Monday
from £12
Tuesday
from £24

    Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    16:45
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    23:20
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    14:30
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    07:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 14m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:07
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £95
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 42m
    0
    05:03
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £95
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 21m
    0
    05:47
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    11:08
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £116

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    01:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    17:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    23:20
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 14m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:07
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £96
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 21m
    0
    05:47
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    11:08
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £96
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 42m
    0
    05:03
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £96

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • megabus
    6h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £9
  • megabus
    6h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    15:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    6h 57m
    0
    06:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £14
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 14m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:07
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £67
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 17m
    0
    05:23
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:40
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £67
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 21m
    0
    05:47
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    11:08
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £67

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • megabus
    6h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £9
  • megabus
    6h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    15:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    6h 57m
    0
    06:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £14

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • megabus
    9h 15m
    0
    19:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    04:55
    Leeds
    York Road
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £14
  • megabus
    8h 55m
    0
    20:00
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    04:55
    Leeds
    York Road
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    14h 5m
    0
    08:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £52
  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 50m
    0
    13:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £87
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £172

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    13:30
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    01:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 52m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £118
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 0m
    0
    05:47
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:47
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £118
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 54m
    0
    05:23
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:17
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £137

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    01:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    05:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    07:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 15m
    0
    06:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    08:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £64
  • Ryanair
    8h 0m
    0
    10:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    18:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £81
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    12h 25m
    0
    19:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    08:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £260

What are the fastest trips from Bristol to Leeds?

You can get to Leeds from Bristol in just 3h 45m with a Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011). This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 4h 25m
tomorrow
from 4h 25m
Friday
from 4h 25m
Saturday
from 6h 20m
Sunday
from 3h 45m
Monday
from 4h 25m
Tuesday
from 5h 30m

    Fastest Trains today

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 25m
    0
    05:52
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    10:17
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £134
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 42m
    0
    05:03
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £95
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 14m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:07
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £95
  • Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    07:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    14:30
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    16:45
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    23:20
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14

    Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 25m
    0
    05:52
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    10:17
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £117
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 42m
    0
    05:03
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £96
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 14m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:07
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £96
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    17:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    23:20
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    5h 40m
    0
    12:05
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    17:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 25m
    0
    05:52
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    10:17
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £67
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 42m
    0
    05:03
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £67
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 14m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:07
    Leeds
    Woodlesford Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £67
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • megabus
    6h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £9
  • megabus
    6h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    15:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • megabus
    6h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £9
  • megabus
    6h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Bristol
    UWE
    15:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    6h 56m
    0
    08:04
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    15:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £14

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £172
  • KLM Cityhopper
    7h 45m
    0
    09:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £582
  • Eastern Airways
    8h 15m
    0
    13:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £582
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    13:30
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    01:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    13:30
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:45
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    07:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 52m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    09:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £118
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 54m
    0
    05:23
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:17
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £137
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 0m
    0
    05:47
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    10:47
    Leeds
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £118

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    17:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    23:20
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    07:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    13:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    05:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    12:00
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    8h 0m
    0
    10:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    18:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £81
  • Eastern Airways
    10h 45m
    0
    06:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £352
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    12h 25m
    0
    19:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    08:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £260
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bristol to Leeds

What are the most popular stations in Bristol and Leeds?

In Bristol, you will usually depart from Bond Street, Parson Street Station or Temple Meads Station, while in Leeds you will be arriving at Bus Station, Central Station or Bagley Lane Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Leeds from Bristol? With 9 connections between 4 Bus, Train, Flight and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bristol and Leeds, you can pay as low as £9 with a Bus from megabus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011): you will get to Leeds in just 3h 45m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bristol and Leeds are Great Western Railway (GWR), National Express and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bristol and Leeds is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Brislington or to Horsforth, and look at flights from Bristol Airport, and landing at Leeds Bradford Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bristol to Leeds?

The most popular companies between Bristol and Leeds, are Great Western Railway (GWR), National Express and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express, FlixBus, megabus and 1 more.

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR)

Airlines: Ryanair, EasyJet Airline, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Bristol to Leeds

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bristol to Leeds. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bristol to Leeds

How can I reach Leeds from Bristol?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Bus, Train, Flight and Car, with which you can get to Leeds from Bristol.

How far is Leeds from Bristol?

The distance between Bristol and Leeds is 270.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bristol and Leeds?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 46 kgs, and a flight 66 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bristol to Leeds?

You can get to Leeds with just £9 by taking a Bus from megabus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Leeds in just 3h 45m with a Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011).

More routes to Bristol and to Leeds

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bristol and to Leeds. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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