Edinburgh to Leeds bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Leeds

Showing times and prices for Jul 15

Cheapest price

$35

Average price

$41

Fastest journey

4 h 40 m

Average duration

5 h 8 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

262 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.

Fast buses

Of the 6 buses that leave Edinburgh for Leeds on Tue, Jul 15, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .

On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBusFlixBus
11:40PM4h40
Edinburgh, Bus Station
04:20AMLeeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
$351One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:05AM5h20
Edinburgh, Bus Station
02:25PMLeeds, Coach Station
$351One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX591
10:35AM5h30
Edinburgh, Bus Station
04:05PMLeeds, Coach Station
$421One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX183
11:45AM5h05
Edinburgh, Bus Station
04:50PMLeeds, Coach Station
$421One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX180
09:10PM5h15
Edinburgh, Bus Station
02:25AMLeeds, Coach Station
$461One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 162 miles (261 km)

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Train

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€73

Average price

5h 22m

Average total duration

4h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Edinburgh to Leeds bus times

Showing buses for today, Monday, July 14
Last updated at 9:04 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
4h40
3:20 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, July 15
national_expressNX1837:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
5h20
1:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
5h20
1:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX5919:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
5h30
3:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX18310:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
5h05
3:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1808:10 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
5h15
1:25 AM Leeds, Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Leeds

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Buses from Edinburgh to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
162 miles (261 km)
Average bus duration
4h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
$22 (€18)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
4h 40m
First bus
01:40
Last bus
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from Edinburgh to Leeds

Buy your official Megabus, National Express and FlixBus bus tickets to Leeds from Edinburgh from $11 (€9) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus between Edinburgh and Leeds, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Leeds

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Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Leeds

Edinburgh
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The major bus station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh, Bus Station for your trip from Edinburgh to Leeds.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
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Elder Street
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Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
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Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
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Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
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WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
The major bus station for arrivals in Leeds is Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop for your trip to Leeds from Edinburgh.
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Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
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