What is the cheapest way to get from Leeds to Watford Gap?

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Watford Gap is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Watford Gap?

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Watford Gap is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Watford Gap?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds to Watford Gap. However, there are services departing from Leeds Cultural Stop C and arriving at Bus Shelter via Lake and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Watford Gap?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Watford Gap. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Long Buckby via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Leeds to Watford Gap?

The distance between Leeds and Watford Gap is 170 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

How do I travel from Leeds to Watford Gap without a car?

The best way to get from Leeds to Watford Gap without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £130 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Leeds to Watford Gap?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Leeds to Watford Gap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Watford Gap bus from?

Leeds to Watford Gap bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Watford Gap train from?

Leeds to Watford Gap train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Watford Gap?

The best way to get from Leeds to Watford Gap is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Leeds to Watford Gap bus arrive?

Leeds to Watford Gap bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Northampton station.

Where does the Leeds to Watford Gap train arrive?

Leeds to Watford Gap train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Watford Gap?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Watford Gap is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Leeds to Watford Gap.

Where can I stay near Watford Gap?

There are 917+ hotels available in Watford Gap.

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There are 4 ways to get from Leeds to Watford Gap by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Long Buckbytrain Birmingham New Street - Northampton / ...
3h 17m
£131–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Northamptonbus Uk905 / ...
6h 2m
£23–30
Drive 132.4 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Watford Gapcar 132.4 mi
2h 9m
£34–48
Train via Tamworth
1. Take the train from Leeds to Tamworth High Leveltrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Tamworth to Rugbytrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
4h 51m
£57–89

Leeds to Watford Gap by bus

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Watford Gap, England?

You can take a train from Leeds to Watford Gap via Birmingham New Street and Long Buckby in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Northampton 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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