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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Leeds

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Leeds from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$25
tomorrow
$19
Tuesday
$19
Wednesday
$21
Thursday
$19
Friday
$19
Saturday
$19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 6:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:30 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $25
National Express 13h 30m 10:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 6h 35m 6:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $27
FlixBus 7h 50m 8:55 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 4:45 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 7h 5m 12:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:20 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Leeds via Birmingham, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 0m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Cardiff
      University
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      11:20 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $9
    Travel Time is 0h 35m shorter, and you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 30m 4:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:00 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 13h 30m 10:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 13h 25m 10:15 PM Cardiff University 11:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
FlixBus 6h 35m 6:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 7h 0m 4:00 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 11:00 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $25

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 30m 4:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:00 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 13h 30m 10:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 13h 25m 10:15 PM Cardiff University 11:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
FlixBus 6h 35m 6:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $23
FlixBus 7h 0m 4:00 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 11:00 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $23

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 9:35 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:25 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 6h 0m 12:25 PM Cardiff Coach Station 6:25 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $22
National Express 8h 57m 10:38 AM Cardiff University 7:35 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $22
FlixBus 6h 35m 6:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 9h 30m 7:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 4:40 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Leeds via Birmingham, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 0m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Cardiff
      University
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      11:20 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 30m 4:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:00 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 11h 15m 10:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 9:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 6h 25m 1:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station 8:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 6h 10m 5:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:20 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 9h 50m 3:15 AM Cardiff Coach Station 1:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $22

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 15m 10:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 9:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 13h 0m 8:25 PM Cardiff University 9:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 9h 50m 3:15 AM Cardiff Coach Station 1:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 7h 10m 9:50 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:00 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 7h 0m 12:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 7:30 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $21

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 15m 10:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 9:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 13h 0m 8:25 PM Cardiff University 9:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 6h 45m 9:50 AM Cardiff Coach Station 4:35 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 6h 35m 6:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 6h 20m 4:40 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 11:00 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $27

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cardiff to Leeds is $18 on 8/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Leeds

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Leeds are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 29 daily buses from Cardiff to Leeds. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Cardiff and Leeds.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 61 buses from Cardiff to Leeds, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Leeds, with 31 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Leeds

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 24 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Leeds in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Leeds starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus $18
Fastest Bus 5h 45m
Earliest Bus 2:45 AM
Latest Bus 10:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 24 Ø
Distance 174.2 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Leeds

Every day, 24 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Leeds: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
$25
Monday 07/27
$28
Tuesday 07/28
$23
Wednesday 07/29
$21
Thursday 07/30
$28
Friday 07/31
$19
Saturday 08/01
$19
Sunday 08/02
$38
Monday 08/03
$21
Tuesday 08/04
$18
Wednesday 08/05
$21
Thursday 08/06
$18
Friday 08/07
$21
Saturday 08/08
$21
Sunday 08/09
$18
Monday 08/10
$19
Tuesday 08/11
$18
Wednesday 08/12
$18
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
$21
Saturday 08/15
$21
Sunday 08/16
Monday 08/17
Tuesday 08/18
$18
Wednesday 08/19
$18
Thursday 08/20
Friday 08/21
Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Leeds

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Leeds, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $18, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Leeds. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $19.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Leeds, with $18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Leeds

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cardiff to Leeds in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cardiff to Leeds, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cardiff to Leeds are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Leeds

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cardiff and Leeds.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Leeds

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cardiff to Leeds? Or which bus companies serve the route Cardiff to Leeds? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cardiff to Leeds bus

How much does a Cardiff Leeds bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 9h 30m to reach Leeds. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cardiff to Leeds?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $60. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Leeds.

On average, how many connections are available from Cardiff to Leeds each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Leeds bus route is served by approximately 24 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cardiff to Leeds take?

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Leeds is offered by National Express and takes 5h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $33. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Leeds?

The earliest bus arriving in Leeds from Cardiff starts at 2:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cardiff to Leeds?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Leeds starts at 10:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cardiff Leeds route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Leeds, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leeds?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Leeds by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Cardiff to Leeds bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cardiff Leeds bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cardiff Leeds bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cardiff to Leeds on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cardiff to Leeds

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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