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08/12/2025
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Southend-on-Sea to Leeds by bus

The journey from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds by bus is 182.77 mi and takes 6 hrs 6 mins. There are 9 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:55 and the last at 19:10. It is possible to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds by bus for as little as £18.23 or as much as £36.27. The best price for this journey is £18.23.

Lowest Price £18.23
Journey Duration 6 hrs 6 mins
Connection per Day 9
Lowest Price £18.23
Highest Price £36.27
First Departure 06:55
Last Departure 19:10
Distance 182.77 mi
Departure Southend-on-Sea
Arrival Leeds
Carriers Megabus, National Express

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds

The cheapest Southend-on-Sea - Leeds bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.87 if you’re lucky, or £17.09 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £23.16.

Find the best day to travel to Leeds by bus

When travelling to Leeds by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Megabus and National Express from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds
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Southend-on-Sea to Leeds CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
20.59kg
Bus
22.06kg
Flight
58.83kg
Car
47.06kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds?
A bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds is £29.27. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £18.23.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds is £18.23. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Southend-on-Sea and Leeds by bus?
Southend-on-Sea to Leeds is 182.77 mi.
How long does the bus between Southend-on-Sea and Leeds take?
Southend-on-Sea to Leeds is on average 6 hrs 6 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 50 mins.
Which companies operate from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Megabus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds?
Southend-on-Sea to Leeds has 9 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds leave?
The earliest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds departs at 06:55. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds depart?
The latest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds departs at 19:10. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £18.23 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds?
There are on average 8 direct connection(s) from Southend-on-Sea to go to Leeds.
What's the fastest journey time between Southend-on-Sea to Leeds by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southend-on-Sea and Leeds is 3 hrs 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Leeds.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southend-on-Sea to Leeds by bus?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Leeds creates 22.06kg of CO2 emissions.

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