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Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Cheapest

$64

Average

$69

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

Cheapest

C30035

10:13AM3h08

Leeds station (LDS)

01:21PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$641One-way

1 transfer

G31496

09:16AM3h07

Leeds station (LDS)

12:23PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$681One-way

1 transfer

C79811

09:08AM2h59

Leeds station (LDS)

12:07PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$691One-way

0 transfers

G32797

12:16PM3h08

Leeds station (LDS)

03:24PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$731One-way

1 transfer

G32798

01:16PM3h06

Leeds station (LDS)

04:22PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$731One-way

1 transfer

Leeds to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Cross Country C48452	08:08AM Leeds station (LDS)	3h00	11:08AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway G32793	08:16AM Leeds station (LDS)	3h04	11:20AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Cross Country C79811	09:08AM Leeds station (LDS)	2h59	12:07PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway G31496	09:16AM Leeds station (LDS)	3h07	12:23PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Cross Country C48458	10:08AM Leeds station (LDS)	2h57	01:05PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway C30035	10:13AM Leeds station (LDS)	3h08	01:21PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Cross Country C48462	11:08AM Leeds station (LDS)	3h01	02:09PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway G32795	11:16AM Leeds station (LDS)	3h06	02:22PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Cross Country C48465	12:08PM Leeds station (LDS)	2h53	03:01PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway G32797	12:16PM Leeds station (LDS)	3h08	03:24PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Cross Country C48469	01:08PM Leeds station (LDS)	2h58	04:06PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway G32798	01:16PM Leeds station (LDS)	3h06	04:22PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Cross Country C48474	02:08PM Leeds station (LDS)	3h00	05:08PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway G31500	02:16PM Leeds station (LDS)	3h07	05:23PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Cross Country C48478	03:08PM Leeds station (LDS)	2h59	06:07PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway G31502	03:16PM Leeds station (LDS)	3h11	06:27PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Cross Country C48482	04:08PM Leeds station (LDS)	2h56	07:04PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway G31504	04:16PM Leeds station (LDS)	3h06	07:22PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The best time to book your train from Leeds to Edinburgh is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leeds to Edinburgh route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leeds to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Leeds to Edinburgh.

Trains

from $77

Buses

from $13

Fastest train times from Leeds to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Fastest Journey

2 h 53 m

Average

3 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

262 km

Of the 18 trains that leave Leeds for Edinburgh every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C48465

12:08PM2h53

Leeds station (LDS)

03:01PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$801One-way

0 transfers

C48482

04:08PM2h56

Leeds station (LDS)

07:04PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$841One-way

0 transfers

C48458

10:08AM2h57

Leeds station (LDS)

01:05PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$801One-way

0 transfers

C48469

01:08PM2h58

Leeds station (LDS)

04:06PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$841One-way

0 transfers

C79811

09:08AM2h59

Leeds station (LDS)

12:07PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$691One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Leeds to Edinburgh

Distance	162 miles (261 km)
Average train duration	2 h 52 min
Average train ticket price	$84 (€72)
Train frequency	4 a day
Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
Train companies	CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express

Trains from Leeds to Edinburgh cover the 162 miles (261 km) long journey taking on average 2 h 52 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. Normally, there are 4 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $42 (€36), but the average price of train tickets is $84 (€72). Travelers depart most frequently from Leeds and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.

Train providers: CrossCountry, East Coast and TransPennine Express from Leeds to Edinburgh trains

Travel between Leeds and Edinburgh from $57 (€48) with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry, East Coast and TransPennine Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Edinburgh from Leeds you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Train information from Leeds to Edinburgh with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 2 h 52 min
Cheapest Price: $64
CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

East Coast from Leeds to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $58
East Coast frequency: 1 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Leeds to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: $60

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Leeds to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: $57

Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.

Lumo from Leeds to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: $100

Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train operating companies in the United Kingdom. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys between Leeds and Edinburgh. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Northern Rail (3) from Leeds to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $101

FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Leeds 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.

Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh can start from as little as $42 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to Edinburgh is $84 (€72); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Leeds to Edinburgh train travel time is 2 h 52 min for the 162 mile (261 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Leeds to Edinburgh leaves at 4: 43 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Leeds to Edinburgh leaves at 8: 13 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Leeds to Edinburgh without having to change trains with CrossCountry or LNER. There is 1 direct train from Leeds to Edinburgh each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Leeds to Edinburgh train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Leeds to Edinburgh to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 13 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, which is located around 0.1 miles (172 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Edinburgh from Leeds is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 52 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Leeds to Edinburgh is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Edinburgh including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from Leeds to Edinburgh

Leeds

Edinburgh

The major railway station for departures from Leeds is Leeds. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your journey between Leeds and Edinburgh.

Leeds