What is the distance between Chester and Leeds?

Chester and Leeds are 70 miles (112 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chester to Leeds?

If you're headed to Leeds from Chester, chances are that your bus will depart from Chester Bus Exchang and arrive at Leeds Coach Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Leeds?

Once in Leeds, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Royal Armouries, Temple Newsam, Leeds Art Gallery, Leeds & Liverpool Canal and Nostell Priory & Parkland.

Bus Chester to Leeds from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Chester to Leeds on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30am	Chester Bus Exchang	7h 30m	7:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Chester Bus Exchang	7h 30m	7:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Chester Bus Exchang	7h 30m	7:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Chester Bus Exchang	7h 25m	6:55pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Chester Bus Exchang	10h	10:30am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Chester to Leeds

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 2 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 16mAverage Duration

69 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $46	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $72	Average Duration2h 16m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Chester and Leeds?

Stops in Chester

A - Chester Bus Exchang

B - Delamere St Bus Station - Chester

C - Chester Zoo - Bus Terminal

Stops in Leeds

A - Leeds Coach Station

B - Leeds Bradford Airport

C - 20 Central Rd

D - Leeds Bus Stop F5

E - St Peter's Street

F - Leeds

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chester to Leeds by bus

What is the distance between Chester and Leeds?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chester to Leeds?
What are the best sights and things to do in Leeds?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/13

$18

11/14

$29

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$18

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$18

The cheapest trip from Chester to Leeds was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $29 for a bus ticket from Chester to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-11-20.