How far is it from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

The distance between Scholes and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is 40 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

The drive from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) takes approximately 1 h by car.

What is the best route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

The fastest route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) covers 40 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.

Which direction is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) from Scholes?

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) lies roughly to the north of Scholes.

Which roads does the route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) follow?

The drive from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) mainly follows M1.

Which towns do you pass between Scholes and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

Towns on the route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) include Sheffield, Wakefield, Leeds, Armley, Guiseley.

Are there charging stations between Scholes and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), including M1 J45 Skelton Lake, Leeds (350 kW); M1 Jct 45, Leeds (350 kW); Bridge Street, Castleford (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 504.

Scholes Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)

Distance: 40 miDuration: 1 h

Driving from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) takes about 1 h via M1. The distance is 40 mi. The straight-line distance is 31 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Scholes, Rotherham, Tingley, Bantam Grove, Lower Wortley, Tong, Bradford. Driving directions

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Driving directions28 · 40 mi

1 Depart onto Scholes Lane 1 mi
2 At end of road, turn right onto Upper Wortley Road 1 mi
3 Enter rotary slightly left 1 mi
4 Exit rotary slightly left 1 mi
5 Merge slightly right 23 mi
6 Keep slightly right 1 mi
7 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
8 Keep slightly right 157 yd
9 Turn straight 1 mi
10 Keep slightly left 102 yd
11 Enter rotary straight 142 yd
12 Exit rotary straight 3 mi
13 Take exit slightly left 1 mi

14 Merge slightly right onto Elland Road Interchange 1 mi
15 Keep slightly left onto Ingram Distributor 1 mi
16 Enter rotary slightly left onto Wellington Road 1 mi
17 Exit rotary straight onto Wellington Road 1 mi
18 Take exit slightly left onto Wellington Road 1 mi
19 Turn straight 3 mi
20 Continue straight onto Abbey Road 2 mi
21 Continue straight onto New Road Side 2 mi
22 Keep slightly right 34 yd
23 Turn left onto Rawdon Road 1 mi
24 Continue straight onto Leeds Road 2 mi
25 Turn slightly right onto Harrogate Road 1 mi
26 Continue straight onto Victoria Avenue 1 mi
27 Turn right 1 mi
28 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Scholes covers roughly the same distance, 40 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

504 chargers

M1 J45 Skelton Lake, LeedsM1 J45 Skelton Lake, Leeds, LS15 0BF350 kW
M1 Jct 45, LeedsM1 Jct 45, Leeds, England, LS15 0AE350 kW
Bridge Street, CastlefordBridge Street, Castleford, England, WF10 1JP300 kW
Carr Gate Garden Centre, Bradford RoadCarr Gate Garden Centre, Bradford Road, Wakefield, WF2 0SY300 kW
Far Common Road, MirfieldFar Common Road, Mirfield, WF14 0DQ300 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Leeds Water Taxi Dock
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → Farnley, North Yorkshire7 mi · 15 min Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → Frizinghall8 mi · 20 min Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → Ravenscliffe5 mi · 15 min Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → Thackley5 mi · 15 min Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → Bradley Hill7 mi · 20 min Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → Moor Allerton8 mi · 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?: The distance between Scholes and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is 40 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?: The drive from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) takes approximately 1 h by car.
What is the best route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?: The fastest route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) covers 40 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.
Which direction is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) from Scholes?: Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) lies roughly to the north of Scholes.
Which roads does the route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) follow?: The drive from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) mainly follows M1.
Which towns do you pass between Scholes and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?: Towns on the route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) include Sheffield, Wakefield, Leeds, Armley, Guiseley.
Are there charging stations between Scholes and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Scholes to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), including M1 J45 Skelton Lake, Leeds (350 kW); M1 Jct 45, Leeds (350 kW); Bridge Street, Castleford (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 504.

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