What is the travel distance from Reading to Leeds?

The distance covered from Reading to Leeds is 264 km (164 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Reading to Leeds?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mereoak P&R, in Reading, and end it at Leeds Coach Station, in Leeds.

Bus Reading to Leeds from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Reading to Leeds on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	9h 55m	7:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:50pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	7h 25m	4:15am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	2:05pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	8h 40m	10:45pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	9h	5:50am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Leeds on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	9h	5:50am	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:50pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	7h 25m	4:15am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	4:45am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	7h 30m	12:15pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	9h 55m	7:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	8h 40m	10:45pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Leeds on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	9h	5:50am	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	7h 45m	5:10pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:45am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	9h	1:45pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	8h 40m	10:45pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	10h 55m	2:50am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

264 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $112	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$182 - $649	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $58	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11359 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $33

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Where are the popular stops in Reading and Leeds?

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

Stops in Leeds

A - Leeds Coach Station

B - Leeds Bradford Airport

C - 20 Central Rd

D - Leeds Bus Stop F5

E - St Peter's Street

F - Leeds

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Leeds by bus

What is the travel distance from Reading to Leeds?
The distance covered from Reading to Leeds is 264 km (164 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Reading to Leeds?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mereoak P&R, in Reading, and end it at Leeds Coach Station, in Leeds.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

No data

11-17

$44

Today

$43

11-19

$34

11-20

$38

11-21

$44

11-22

$31

11-23

$48

The cheapest trip from Reading to Leeds was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Leeds, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $75 for a bus ticket from Reading to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-22.