Students’ Life at Yorkshire College

Your Transportation and Social Activities

Transportation

Airport Transfer

We are happy to make your journey safe. That is why we assist with transportation from and to any airport in London, Manchester, or Leeds Bradford. To book your transport, please contact us through WhatsApp at +447774960660 or email info@theyorkshirecollege.com. Please let us know about your travelling plan at least two weeks before your arrival if you need airport transportation.

Airport Transportation

Arriving at Yorkshire College

Local airports

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA): Take the 757 bus from the airport to Leeds; it is a direct 30-minute journey to Leeds city centre. The West Yorkshire Metro website have up-to-date timetables and information on connecting the airport to surrounding areas,
Manchester Airport (MAN): Take a train on the lime green line from the airport to Leeds; it is approximately a 1 hour and 30-minute journey to Leeds city centre. The National Rail website has up-to-date timetables and information on connecting the airport to surrounding areas.

London airports

Heathrow Airport (LHR): Take the Piccadilly tube line from the airport to King’s Cross station, from here you can board an East Coast train to Leeds;
Stansted Airport (STN): Take the Cross Country train straight from the airport to Peterborough, and from here change to an East Coast service to Leeds;
Gatwick Airport (LGW): Take a train from the airport to London St Pancras, and cross on foot to King’s Cross Station, from there you can board an East Coast train to Leeds;
Luton airport (LTN): Take a train from the airport to London St Pancras, cross on foot to King’s Cross Station, from here you can board an East Coast train to Leeds.

You can find up-to-date timetable information on the National Rail website.

From Leeds Train station to Yorkshire College

By Taxi

There is a taxi rank at Leeds train station. You can use the Uber app to book and pay for your taxi via your mobile. The app also tells you your driver’s name, the car’s license plate, and how far away your driver’s taxi is.

Other popular Leeds-based taxi companies include:

City Cabs Leeds: 0113 246 9999;
Amber Cars: 0113 202 2117;
Arrow Cars: 0113 258 5888;
Royal Cars: 0113 230 5000.

Tips

Taxis are convenient but expensive so they are best used for short journeys only;
Make sure the taxi is licensed;
Ask the driver for the approximate cost of the fare before you start the journey

By Bus

Travelling to campus by bus is easy – buses run past the Parkinson Building every few minutes during the day. These services include the numbers 19 and 19A – many of these are operated by First Bus Leeds.

Check out the direction on Google Maps

Transportation Costs

Leeds is a large city and there are various means of transportation available.

Taxi

Depending on the distance and location, commuting with a taxi can cost between £8 and £20 on average.

Public Transport: Bus

There are a number of excellent bus services in Leeds. You can download timetables and plan your journey on the West Yorkshire Metro or First Leeds websites.

Tips

Single tickets offer the greatest flexibility for occasional use; the UK government is extending the £2 bus fare cap on most routes in England outside London until the end of December 2024.
Monthly and annual passes can represent better value for money for regular commuters.

Activities

It’s all about your journey!

Social Activities Almost Every Day!

We want to make your learning experience fun, each day you can join activities like bowling, football, karaoke etc. Every Wednesday, there is a speaking club with afternoon tea. We also organise trips around the UK once a month.