The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 6 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.
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Y23431Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
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€72 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C23658 | Delayed 1:32 PM 1:08 PMLeeds station (LDS) | 2h58 | 4:15 PM 4:15 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y04359+ Y23480 | On time 1:16 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h06 | 4:22 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C23661 | On time 2:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h00 | 5:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y04336+ Y23441 | On time 2:16 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h07 | 5:23 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C23665 | On time 3:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2h59 | 6:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y04337+ P00141 | On time 3:16 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h11 | 6:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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C23655 | On time 12:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2h53 | 3:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y04344+ Y23431 | On time 12:16 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h08 | 3:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W47026+ Y23435 | On time 12:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h55 | 4:16 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Cross Country from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsCrossCountry, LNER, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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