Is there a way to reach Birmingham from Leeds without a car?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Leeds to Birmingham. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Birmingham. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Leeds to Birmingham?

The average travel time from Leeds to Birmingham is about 3h 25m, but you can get there in as little as 2h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 92 miles (149 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Leeds and Birmingham?

The distance separating Leeds and Birmingham is 92 miles (149 km).

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

If you're headed to Birmingham from Leeds, chances are that your bus will leave from Leeds Coach Station and arrive at 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 is the cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $7.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Leeds to Birmingham?

You can expect to pay around $16 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $7 to $98, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Can you do a day trip from Leeds to Birmingham?

Yes, a day trip from Leeds to Birmingham is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 4h 50m. So you'll have enough time to visit Birmingham before returning to Leeds in the evening.

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

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Twycross Zoo, St. Martin’s, Birmingham Town Hall, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Jewellery Quarter.

Leeds to Birmingham Bus Tickets

TodayMay 19

from $10

TomorrowMay 20

from $9

WedMay 21

from $9

ThuMay 22

from $8

FriMay 23

from $11

SatMay 24

from $11

SunMay 25

from $11

MonMay 26

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 20 at 3:05pm
Departure city: Leeds
Departure location: Leeds Coach Station
Arrival time: May 20 at 6:30pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 20 at 3:05pm
Departure city: Leeds
Departure location: Leeds City Bus Station
Arrival time: May 20 at 5:30pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 25m
Departure time: May 20 at 2:00am
Departure city: Leeds
Departure location: Leeds Coach Station
Arrival time: May 20 at 6:25am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m
Departure time: May 20 at 9:35am
Departure city: Leeds
Departure location: Leeds City Bus Station
Arrival time: May 20 at 1:10pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 35m
Departure time: May 20 at 2:00am
Departure city: Leeds
Departure location: Leeds Coach Station
Arrival time: May 20 at 6:25am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leeds to Birmingham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $98	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$21 - $316	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $29	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Leeds to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 55mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Leeds to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$16

Average bus trip duration3h 25m

Number of daily buses31

Earliest bus departure2:00am

Distance94 miles (151 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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National Express

4/529,190 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting comfortable journeys with friendly and communicative drivers. The coaches are noted for their cleanliness, and the process of boarding at stations is smooth. While a road diversion caused an unavoidable delay in one instance, overall satisfaction remains high due to timely departures and arrivals without regrets.

National Express Leeds Birmingham recent customer reviews

The getting on and off at the stations was very smooth but the only problem in total was diversion due to road closures that couldn’t be helped which made the journey an extra hour and 15 minutes longer

Alfie C.

December 1, 2023

Impressive! There is no adverse comments. Departure was on time arrival was on time. The driver was nice and communicative. No regrets.

Cosmas A.

October 8, 2023

The driver left the terminus 5 minutes early and he was not even bothered to stop after a few people who were suppose to be on that bus were left behind. National express should be on top of their game, so I thought but it turns out to be very dissapointing. Thanks to your professional customer service for picking up the peaces and granting us train tickets.

Gerald M.

May 3, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/58,671 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,164 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, there are mixed opinions about the bus service. Some customers express dissatisfaction with delays and late arrivals, which made their journeys a nightmare. However, others mention that Megabus is a very good company with reasonable prices and enjoyable experiences.

Megabus Leeds Birmingham recent customer reviews

A journey that should have been simple made a nightmare. Got to destination 1hr and 40 mins late

Oliver A.

May 3, 2022

Was a good drive but had an hour delay 😕

Chituru O.

July 27, 2024

Bus was late we arrived in Birmingham at 11pm

Balbinder R.

May 27, 2023

Infobus

4/5468 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

Leeds to Birmingham Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Leeds and Birmingham?

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

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Frequently asked questions for your trip Leeds - Birmingham

Is there a way to reach Birmingham from Leeds without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Leeds to Birmingham?
What is the distance between Leeds and Birmingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leeds to Birmingham?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Birmingham?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Leeds to Birmingham?
Can you do a day trip from Leeds to Birmingham?
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

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

Best price found

05/17

$12

05/18

$14

Today

$10

05/20

$9

05/21

$9

05/22

$8

05/23

$11

05/24

$11

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Birmingham was searched and found on May 22, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $51 for a bus ticket from Leeds to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-05-22.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Leeds to Birmingham.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Leeds to Birmingham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Leeds to Birmingham?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 25m	Avg Price$16	Daily Departures31
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 55m	Avg Price$121	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time2h 10m	Avg Price$24	Daily Departures1

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Leeds - Birmingham

Is there a way to reach Birmingham from Leeds without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Leeds to Birmingham?

What is the distance between Leeds and Birmingham?

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

What is the cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Birmingham?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Leeds to Birmingham?

Can you do a day trip from Leeds to Birmingham?

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

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About Bus Travel

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What's the cheapest way to go from Leeds to Birmingham?

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