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

The cheapest way to get from Watford Gap to Leeds is to bus which costs £19 - £80 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford Gap to Leeds is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Gap and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Gap to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Bus Shelter and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Northampton Bus Interchange, Northampton and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Gap and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Gap to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Long Buckby and arriving at Leeds via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Watford Gap to Leeds?

The distance between Watford Gap and Leeds is 163 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford Gap to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Watford Gap to Leeds, including transfers.

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

Watford Gap to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Northampton station.

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

Watford Gap to Leeds train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Long Buckby station.

Train or bus from Watford Gap to Leeds?

The best way to get from Watford Gap to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £80 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Watford Gap to Leeds bus arrive?

Watford Gap to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Watford Gap to Leeds train arrive?

Watford Gap to Leeds train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Watford Gap to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Gap to Leeds is 119 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Watford Gap to Leeds.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2594+ hotels available in Leeds.

Watford Gap to Leeds - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Long Buckby to Birmingham New Streettrain Northampton - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 49m
£96–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
6h 45m
£19–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Corby) George Street Stop Abus X4
2. Take the bus from (Corby) George Street Stop G to Railway Stationbus X4
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
6h 8m
£44–64
Drive 118.6 mi
1. Drive from Watford Gap to Leedscar 118.6 mi
1h 59m
£30–42

Watford Gap to Leeds by bus and train

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6h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a vehicle from Watford Gap to Leeds via Long Buckby and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Shelter to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Northampton Bus Interchange, Georges Drive, Northampton, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 45m.

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