Based on the outskirts of Leeds City Centre, North Street Centre provides an oasis of peace and calm in which to learn. With modern, light spacious classrooms and clean open spaces, North Street provides the perfect environment for focused study.
Easily reached by public transport, North Street is a short bus ride from Leeds bus station and a twenty-five minute walk from Leeds train station. We welcome visitors at any time during opening hours – no need to make an appointment, drop in and we will be happy to help.
There are many ways you can get to us.
Get some fresh air on your way to and from college – walking has many benefits from physical fitness to improved mental health. You can set your own pace and know that you’re doing your bit for the environment by walking into college.
Fun fact – a short daily walk can increase productivity by up to 30%.
Coming from further afield, or wanting to beat the traffic? Cycling is a great form of exercise providing plenty of health benefits, as well as being kind to the environment. With secure cycle hoops available on site, you can lock up your bike, safe in the knowledge it will be waiting for you at the end of the day.
Visit the Leeds City Bikes Scheme for more information about hiring a bike – this option may work out as more affordable than buying a bike, and is convenient if you don’t have storage at home for your own bike. And explore local cycle routes here!
Fun fact – regular cycling can improve sleep – improved sleep has a huge amount of health benefits.
With the train and bus stations within walking distance of North Street, public transport is more eco-friendly than driving and offers regular services within Leeds and to neighbouring towns and cities. Student tickets tend to be lower in cost than adult tickets and railcards and passes, where available, offer discounted prices. For ticket information, click here, and for current timetables, click here for buses and click here for trains.
Fun fact – Leeds used to have a tram network – it was closed down in the late 50s. Trams are set to return to Leeds in 2030.
If travelling by car is your preferred method of transport, why not car share? It can save you money by splitting the cost of fuel and parking, is better for the environment in that it can reduce congestion and if you sign up for a lift share scheme you could make new friends.
Fun fact – car sharing can speed up your journey as it allows you to use the 2+ person lanes – handy at peak travel times.
Accessible via a number of major roads through Leeds, it is possible to drive to us, however, we encourage all staff and students to use alternative methods of transport where possible. Our campus is conveniently located for access by bus and bike, and the train station is just over twenty minutes walk away. If driving to campus please be advised there is limited parking available for visitors; space availability to be confirmed on arrival at campus reception.
Fun fact – Our School of Sustainable Technologies and Motor Vehicle students work on real cars – including electric vehicles.
We may be able to help with the cost of travel to and from college. Please visit our Financial Support page for details.
Transport in Leeds – from cycle routes to car hire; bus routes to rail improvement schemes – find all things travel here.
