Leeds to Edinburgh bus

Cheap bus tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Mar 26

Cheapest

23

Average

29

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.

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03:25AMLeeds4h35 08:00AMEdinburgh, Elder Street
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231One-way
02:00PMLeeds5h00 07:00PMEdinburgh, Elder Street
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351One-way

Bus schedule from Leeds to Edinburgh

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03:25AMLeeds4h35 08:00AMEdinburgh, Elder Street
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02:00PMLeeds5h00 07:00PMEdinburgh, Elder Street
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Bus times from Leeds to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Mar 26

Fastest Journey

4 h 35 m

Average

4 h 47 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

262 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Leeds for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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03:25AMLeeds4h35 08:00AMEdinburgh, Elder Street
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231One-way
02:00PMLeeds5h00 07:00PMEdinburgh, Elder Street
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351One-way

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Overview: Bus from Leeds to Edinburgh

distanceDistance162 miles (261 km)
durationAverage bus duration4 h 35 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$27 (€23)
frequencyBus frequency3 a day
changesDirect busYes, there are 2 direct buses a day
carriersBus providersNational Express, Flixbus or Megabus

Buses from Leeds to Edinburgh cover the 162 miles (261 km) long route taking on average 4 h 35 min with our travel partners like National Express, Flixbus or Megabus. Normally, there are 3 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $27 (€23), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $18 (€16). Travelers depart most frequently from Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop and arrive in Edinburgh, Elder Street.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus from Leeds to Edinburgh

Find the best buses between Leeds and Edinburgh with Omio's travel partners National Express and FlixBus from $18 (€16). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

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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.

    FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

    FlixBus from Leeds to Edinburgh bus information:

    • Average Duration: 4 h 55 min
    • FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

    Travel Tips: Bus to Edinburgh from Leeds

    Travel Tips: Take the bus to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Edinburgh.
    FAQs
    Omio customers have found the cheapest buses from Leeds to Edinburgh to cost as little as $18 (€16)  in the next 7 days.
    If you are looking to book your bus ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Leeds to Edinburgh bus to cost on average $27 (€23)  one way.
    When traveling this route you should expect the distance from Leeds to Edinburgh by bus to be approximately 162 miles (261 km).
    On average the Leeds to Edinburgh bus time is 4 h 35 min  covering the 162 mile (261 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

    When departing from Leeds, you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop, Leeds, Coach Station and Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your trip in bus stations like Edinburgh, Elder Street, Edinburgh, North Bridge and Edinburgh, Bus Station.

    Omio customers book a bus from Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop   to Edinburgh, Elder Street   most frequently for this route.

    Passengers board the bus most frequently from Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city center, and they get off the bus at Edinburgh, Elder Street, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city center.

    For the route from Leeds to Edinburgh you can take a bus with National Express, Flixbus or Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between Leeds and Edinburgh on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
    Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day to Edinburgh from Leeds. If you’re looking for a direct bus, consider traveling with Flixbus or Megabus. Nonstop bus services tend to offer more convenience and save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking your bus tickets.
    On average, there are 3 buses a day from Leeds to Edinburgh. The bus times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
    The first Leeds to Edinburgh bus departs at 2: 00 PM   and the last bus from Leeds to Edinburgh leaves at 2: 00 PM. Check out the most up-to-date bus schedule from Leeds to Edinburgh on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
    If you purchase the Leeds to Edinburgh bus within the next 7 days, you can find one way tickets to cost on average $27 (€23). However, booking your bus ticket in advance gives you access to the best prices for buses between Leeds and Edinburgh. Look out for bus tickets for this journey to go on sale a few months before your planned departure date to find the best deals.
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