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Pros: Keeping to time and nice comfort. Cons: Checking the charging pots. Tips: It's a good decision traveling with national express.
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There are 4 intercity buses per day from Leeds to Torquay. Traveling by bus from Leeds to Torquay usually takes around 11 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 245 mi (395 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $35.98 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Leeds to Torquay
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: Keeping to time and nice comfort. Cons: Checking the charging pots. Tips: It's a good decision traveling with national express.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Leeds to Torquay. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 11h 43m | $64.25 |
Book National Express from Leeds to Torquay from $36. There are 4 trips per day offered by National Express from Leeds to Torquay and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Torquay. In Leeds, National Express departs to Torquay from Leeds Coach Station . In Torquay, National Express arrives at Torquay Coach Station .
An average trip on National Express from Leeds to Torquay takes 11 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Torquay in 8 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Torquay.
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 245 miles from Leeds to Torquay. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Leeds to Torquay, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

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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 armors 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.
Traveling 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 buses serving the area: National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus. Thanks to affordable bus tickets, see how you can travel to Leeds and 4 other iconic United Kingdom cities for under £60.

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Link to image attributionLeeds Coach Station is an expansive bus station between Quarry Hill and Leeds Kirkgate Markets near the city center. The bright indoor waiting area includes plenty of space to prepare for boarding buses. Passengers can also access several shops and cafes, restrooms, and travel information inside the station. Several significant intercity bus 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.
Leeds Coach Station
All buses from Leeds arrive at one main station in Torquay.
Torquay Coach Station

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