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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leeds and Cardiff?
Stops in Leeds
- AYork Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
- C
20 Central Rd
Vassali House, 20 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE, UK - D
Leeds Bus Stop F5
46 New York St, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DY, UK - E
St Peter's Street
St Peter's St, Leeds, UK - F
Leeds
75 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2, UK
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leeds to Cardiff
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Leeds to Cardiff?
The cheapest coach tickets from Leeds to Cardiff start from £15. The average price for this route is around £23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leeds to Cardiff?
The average bus journey time from Leeds to Cardiff is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 174 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leeds to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leeds to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Leeds to Cardiff at 08:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leeds to Cardiff?
A bus journey from Leeds to Cardiff produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Leeds to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Cardiff?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leeds to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leeds to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Cardiff was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leeds to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £39 for a bus ticket from Leeds to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Leeds to Cardiff?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
