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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$38

Average price

$53

Fastest journey

4 h 40 m

Average duration

5 h 6 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

262 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.

Fast buses

Of the 10 buses that leave Leeds for Edinburgh on Thu, Jul 10, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .

On Thu, Jul 10 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
12:20PM5h15
Leeds, Coach Station
05:35PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$381One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
12:20PM9h15
Leeds, Coach Station
09:35PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
$411One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX183
03:10PM5h20
Leeds, Coach Station
08:30PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$441One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX183
12:15PM5h05
Leeds, Coach Station
05:20PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$441One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX591
01:35PM5h20
Leeds, Coach Station
06:55PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$481One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leeds to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Edinburgh 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 28m. 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 €46.

Distance: 162 miles (261 km)

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Train

€34

Average price

Cheapest

€70

Average price

5h 31m

Average total duration

5h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 28m

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

Leeds to Edinburgh bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, July 9
Last updated at 2:45 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX183
On time
11:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station
5h05
4:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station
5h15
4:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station
9h15
8:35 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South1 transfer
national_expressNX591
On time
12:35 PM Leeds, Coach Station
5h20
5:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX183
On time
2:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station
5h20
7:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX171 · NX181 · NX591
On time
10:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station
11h10
9:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
2 transfers
Thursday, July 10
national_expressNX172 · NX59812:40 AM Leeds, Coach Station
6h00
6:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX1801:55 AM Leeds, Coach Station
5h10
7:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:55 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
4h40
6:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:55 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
8h46
10:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Edinburgh

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Buses from Leeds to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€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.
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Distance
162 miles (261 km)
Average bus duration
5h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
$23 (€18)
Buses per day
10
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 Leeds to Edinburgh

Megabus, National Express and FlixBus buses will get you from Leeds to Edinburgh from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Leeds - Edinburgh bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Leeds to Edinburgh with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: $62
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Edinburgh

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Popular bus stations from Leeds to Edinburgh

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Edinburgh
The major bus station for departures 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 from Leeds to Edinburgh.
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Leeds, Coach Station
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Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
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The major bus station for arrivals 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 to Edinburgh from Leeds.
Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
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

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