Cardiff to Leeds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cardiff from Leeds?

The distance from Cardiff to Leeds is 174.2 miles (280.3 km) as the crow flies. Leeds is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 227.8 miles, taking about 4h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and Leeds. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.