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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds Cultural Stop C
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: 15 July at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: 15 July at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Leeds
    Destination location: Leeds Cultural Stop C
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Leeds

Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$37Average duration8h 5m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$86 - US$461Average duration3h 47m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$25 - US$25Average duration3h 20m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Reading to Leeds

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
8h 5mAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reading to Leeds: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$31
Average bus trip duration8h 5m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure04:45
Distance167 miles
Latest bus departure20:50

Reading to Leeds Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading - Leeds

  1. How far is Leeds from Reading by coach?

    The distance between Reading and Leeds by coach is approximately 164 miles (264 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Leeds from Reading without a car?

    You can travel to Leeds from Reading by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Leeds was searched and found on 15 Jul 2025 with a price of US$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 US$31 to US$49 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 US$31, which is on 2025-07-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Reading and Leeds!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Reading to Leeds.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Reading to Leeds will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Reading to Leeds, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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