Best way to get from Leeds to Leicester
Find the best ways to travel from Leeds to Leicester. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Leeds to Leicester. The journey covers approximately 160 kilometers and takes around 127 minutes. The estimated price is £139.
Private bus: Travel from Leeds to Leicester by private bus service. The journey covers about 158 kilometers and takes approximately 2 hours. Prices start from £8.
Train service: Utilize the train service from Leeds to Leicester. The average journey time is around 2 hours and 55 minutes, with prices starting at £8.40.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Leicester
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Leeds to Leicester. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
Reserve may not be available for your pickup location.
Getting from Leeds to Leicester
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Leeds to Leicester, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Leicester in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Leeds in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
Average Travel Time
1.9 hours
Average Route Price
£139
Average Route Distance
160 kilometers
How to get from Leeds to Leicester
Compare ride options getting from Leeds to Leicester. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
£139
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
£205
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Leeds to Leicester for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Leeds?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Leeds anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Leeds to Leicester?
The average price for this trip is £139. Open the Uber app and input Leicester in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Leeds to Leicester?
The most affordable ride choice from Leeds to Leicester is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Leeds to Leicester?
The average duration for this ride is 117 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Leeds. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Leicester. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Leeds?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Leeds, you can request a ride from Leeds anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Leeds to Leicester?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Leeds. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Leicester. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
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