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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$177.21
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$253.16

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$1,518.93
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$329.10–$1,518.93

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$329.10
Plane from Bristol Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$227.84

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$253.16–$696.18
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$1,265.78

Jet2.com

Website:
jet2.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$278.47

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.24–$54.43

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Kingsway GD to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$56.96

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from Birmingham to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Parkway to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$126.58–$379.73
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95
Train from Newcastle to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$101.26–$151.89

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$45.57
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$45.57
Train from Newcastle to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$82.28

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.02–$16.46

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$139.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds is to bus which costs $33.70 - $46.74 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Leeds via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Leeds?

The distance between Cardiff and Leeds is 369 km. The road distance is 364.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Cardiff to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leeds bus from?

Cardiff to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardiff station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leeds train from?

Cardiff to Leeds train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Leeds?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leeds is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs $53.26 - $76.09 and takes 6h 56m, you could also fly, which costs $35.87 - $228.26 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leeds bus arrive?

Cardiff to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Cardiff to Leeds train arrive?

Cardiff to Leeds train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Leeds is 364 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Leeds.

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

Book your Cardiff to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff to Leeds bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2049+ hotels available in Leeds. Prices start at $39.29 per night.
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