What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Leeds?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Leeds is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Leeds?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Leeds is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Leeds. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Southampton to Leeds?

The distance between Southampton and Leeds is 268 miles. The road distance is 233.9 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Leeds without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Leeds without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 13m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Leeds?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Southampton to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leeds bus from?

Southampton to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leeds train from?

Southampton to Leeds train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Leeds?

The best way to get from Southampton to Leeds is to train via London which takes 4h 13m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Southampton to Leeds bus arrive?

Southampton to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Southampton to Leeds train arrive?

Southampton to Leeds train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Leeds is 234 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Southampton to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Leeds?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Leeds?

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Where can I stay near Leeds?

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Southampton to Leeds - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 13m
£91–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk002 / ...
8h 6m
£33–70
Drive 232.6 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Leedscar 232.6 mi
3h 59m
£58–84
Fly Southampton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4h 8m
£87–209
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Leedstrain Southampton Central - Leeds / ...
4h 21m
£110–170
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 15m
£114–169
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
4h 38m
£111–278
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 45m
£80–272

Southampton to Leeds by bus

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Distance: 266.5 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Leeds, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Leeds via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 6m.

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