How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Leeds?

The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Leeds start from £24. The average price for this route is around £45. 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 Southampton to Leeds?

The average bus journey time from Southampton to Leeds is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 200 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Southampton to Leeds 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 Southampton to Leeds?

The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Leeds at 17:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Leeds?

A bus journey from Southampton to Leeds produces an estimated 8 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 Southampton to Leeds?

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 4283 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Leeds?

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 Southampton to Leeds?

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 Southampton to Leeds?

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.

Bus Southampton to Leeds from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Southampton to Leeds on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Southampton	12h 50m	05:50	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	Southampton University	12h 35m	05:50	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from Southampton to Leeds on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Southampton	12h 50m	05:50	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	Southampton University	12h 35m	05:50	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 14:22 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Leeds

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 35mAverage duration

200 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£24 - £81	Average duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£38 - £379	Average duration4h 39m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£21 - £21	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Leeds?

Stops in Southampton

A
Southampton Coach Station
20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
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B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK
C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK
D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK
E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK
F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK

Stops in Leeds

A
Leeds Coach Station
York Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
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B
Leeds Bradford Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,544 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,283 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4283 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £30

Megabus Southampton Leeds recent customer reviews

Southampton bus stop thiscmorning closed for roadworks... 27 min on the phone with customer service- they didnt known about it... got anwer- opposite university... big university got four sides..

Eduard J.

5 November 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton to Leeds

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 Southampton to Leeds?
The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Leeds start from £24. The average price for this route is around £45. 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 Southampton to Leeds?
The average bus journey time from Southampton to Leeds is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 200 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to Leeds 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 Southampton to Leeds?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Leeds at 17:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Leeds?
A bus journey from Southampton to Leeds produces an estimated 8 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 Southampton to Leeds?
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 4283 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Leeds?
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 Southampton to Leeds?
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 Southampton to Leeds?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Southampton to Leeds was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £36

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

You can expect to pay from £36 to £37 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2025-12-09.