Bus Tickets from Reading to Leeds

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TodayJul 22
from US$40
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from US$38
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Cheap buses leaving Friday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 25 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 25 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 25 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 25 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 25 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 25 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 25 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 25 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 25 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 25 at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Leeds

Bus
Average PriceUS$22 - US$67Average Duration8h 5m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average PriceUS$127 - US$459Average Duration3h 47m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$30 - US$42Average Duration4h 10m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Reading to Leeds

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 10mAverage Duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reading to Leeds: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$37
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 5m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure4:45am
Distance268 km
Latest bus departure8:50pm

Reading to Leeds Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading - Leeds

  1. What is the travel distance from Reading to Leeds?

    The distance covered from Reading to Leeds is 264 km (164 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Reading to Leeds?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mereoak P&R, in Reading, and end it at Leeds Coach Station, in Leeds.

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

Best price found
07-20
US$48
07-21
US$34
Today
US$36
07-23
No data
07-24
US$28
07-25
US$34
07-26
US$36
07-27
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Leeds was searched and found on Jul 24, 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$63 for a bus ticket from Reading to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28 which is on 2025-07-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Reading and Leeds!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Reading to Leeds.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Reading to Leeds will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Reading to Leeds, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus from Reading to Leeds

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