What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds Station is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leeds Station is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leeds Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Leeds Station station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Leeds Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Leeds. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Leeds Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Leeds Station is 223 miles. The road distance is 219.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Leeds Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leeds Station without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £120 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Leeds Station?

The train from Cardiff Central to Leeds takes 4h 17m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leeds Station bus from?

Cardiff to Leeds Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leeds Station train from?

Cardiff to Leeds Station train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Leeds Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leeds Station is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £120 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £150 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leeds Station bus arrive?

Cardiff to Leeds Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Leeds Station train arrive?

Cardiff to Leeds Station train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Leeds Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Leeds Station is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Leeds Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Leeds Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Leeds Station?

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Where can I stay near Leeds Station?

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Cardiff to Leeds Station - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Leeds Station by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Leedstrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
4h 17m
£120–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
6h 48m
£29–55
Drive 218.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leeds Stationcar 218.5 mi
3h 56m
£53–77
Fly Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane CWL - LBA
6h 29m
£66–148
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 43m
£113–178
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
4h 54m
£83–138
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
7h 17m
£47–116
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane BRS - LBA
6h 40m
£67–184
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
5h 44m
£79–198

Cardiff to Leeds Station by train

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Leeds Station, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Leeds once daily. Tickets cost £120–170 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Leeds Station via Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 6h 48m.

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