Public Transport in Leeds - How to get around Leeds by train or bus

1. Tips and advice for living in Leeds
2. How to get to Leeds - Getting to Leeds by train, plane or coach
3. Public Transport in Leeds - How to get around Leeds by train or bus
4. First things to do when you arrive in Leeds
5. Student life in Leeds
6. Cost of living in Leeds
7. Save money in Leeds - Tips for living in Leeds on a student budget
8. Accommodation for students in Leeds - top tips and advice
9. Neighbourhoods in Leeds - The most important areas in Leeds
10. The University of Leeds - Everything you need to know about studying at the University of Leeds
11. Top 4 Best Student Events in Leeds
12. Top 15 Leeds Attractions - The best things to do and see in Leeds
13. Activities in Leeds
14. The Best Cultural Attractions in Leeds
15. Sports in Leeds
16. Nightlife in Leeds - Nightclub guide and going out in Leeds
17. Where to eat in Leeds - Leeds specialities and British cuisine
18. Shopping in Leeds
19. Festivals in Leeds - Festivities and celebrations Calendar
20. Music Scene in Leeds
21. Day trips from Leeds - Places to visit and excursions around Leeds
22. Visiting Leeds in 3 days - What to see in Leeds in 3 days?

Bus - The cheapest way to get around Leeds city centre

The bus is an easy, cheap and convenient way to travel around Leeds. The bus company FirstLeeds has services 1, 6, 28 and 97, which only cost £1 for a single journey between the University and Headingley or the city centre with your student card.

During the day, buses go past the University campus up to every three minutes, and head into the city centre to the Leeds Bus Station or Leeds Train station. Also, service 1 operates until 3 am from Monday to Saturday.

Train

Leeds Railway Station is the third busiest station in the UK outside of London and offers trips to cities both near and far, such as York, London and Manchester. It is conveniently located in the city centre of Leeds.

The train is typically the best option for longer journeys to other cities, as they are quick and reliable. Train travel is typically more expensive than travelling by coach, so it is best to book your tickets at least a week in advance, using comparison websites such as Trainline.

Taxi

There are taxi ranks at various points around the city of Leeds, for example outside the Brotherton Library and at the Bus and Train Stations. Make sure it is a marked and reputable taxi and ask for a price estimation before you get in. For pre-booked taxis, here are some options below:

Uber

Uber is a mobile taxi app which is very popular in the UK, due to having cheaper prices than the competition and being able to see who your driver is, where they are and their number plate, helping to keep you safe.

You can pay via cash, card, or Apple Pay and you can even split the cost between your friends if you have all shared a cab on the way back from a night out!

You can also travel with Amber Cars, which have a scheme to keep students safe after a night out.

Coach travel

Coach travel is an economical alternative to train travel when wanting to visit further away cities. Of course, it does generally take longer than train travel. You can get a coach from Leeds Bus Station with the companies Megabus or National Express.

Bike

If you want to do your bit for the environment, why not hire a bike from Leeds Student Union? You can hire a bike for three months for £22 (plus a £100 deposit). They are high-quality bikes, with 21 gears, lights and they come with a D-lock so you can leave it safely in the designated bike-hubs on campus.

There is also a designated bike hub where you can maintain your bike with the help of wheel pumps, oil for your chain and more! It is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12 pm and 4 pm.

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