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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Cheltenham to Leeds. Traveling by coach from Cheltenham to Leeds usually takes around 5 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 133 mi (214 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £6.74 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Cheltenham to Leeds?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cheltenham to Leeds. Megabus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 5 | 5h 23m | £23.87 |
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 133 miles from Cheltenham to Leeds. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Leeds at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Cheltenham to Leeds, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Cheltenham to Leeds every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Cheltenham to Leeds without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cheltenham to Leeds; ticket prices start at £47.18.
City Information
Leeds
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Leeds is where you should go if you're looking for action, entertainment, history, and culture in the Yorkshire area. Its vibrant community attracts visitors from all places, especially when sports, theatre, and dance events occur in the city.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the city's remarkable Victorian arcades as well as historic houses and estates. Start your tour at Shibden Hall in West Yorkshire, a landmark built in 1420. You should also drop by the Royal Armories Museum to see a spectacular display of arms and armours used in different parts of the world.
Leeds has long served as a destination for world-class performances and events. Leeds' entertainment calendar is one that never runs dry. Check out the Leeds Playhouse for some theatrical performances and The HiFi Club if you want to enjoy live music 'til the break of dawn.
Travelling to Leeds is scenic and straightforward on Northern Rail. The central train station in the city is located at New Station Street. Additional transportation is offered by the coaches serving the area: National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus. Thanks to affordable coach tickets, see how you can travel to Leeds and 4 other iconic United Kingdom cities for under £60.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Cheltenham?
Main departure station: Castlemaine Dr
Most coaches depart from the main station in Cheltenham.
All coach stations in Cheltenham:
Castlemaine Dr
Where does the coach arrive in Leeds?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Leeds Coach Station
Leeds Coach Station is an expansive coach station between Quarry Hill and Leeds Kirkgate Markets near the city centre. The bright indoor waiting area includes plenty of space to prepare for boarding coaches. Passengers can also access several shops and cafes, toilets, and travel information inside the station. Several significant intercity coach companies operate service through the Leeds Coach Station, including Megabus, National Express, Arriva Bus, and more. This volume of carriers makes it easy and affordable to travel to cities like London, Manchester, York, and Liverpool from Leeds.
Coach stations in Leeds:
Leeds Coach Station
York St
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