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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Leeds Cultural Stop C | Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Leeds Coach Station | Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leeds Coach Station | Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Leeds to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leeds and Edinburgh?
Stops in Leeds
- AYork Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
- C
20 Central Rd
Vassali House, 20 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE, UK - D
Leeds Bus Stop F5
46 New York St, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DY, UK - E
St Peter's Street
St Peter's St, Leeds, UK - F
Leeds
75 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2, UK
Stops in Edinburgh
- A13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
- CRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK - E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK - F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Edinburgh by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh start at £13. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Leeds to Edinburgh is 7h 17m, covering a distance of 264 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leeds to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Leeds to Edinburgh at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh produces an estimated 6.5886499999999995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29884 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Edinburgh was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of £18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £73 for a bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2026-04-28.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
