4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Leeds
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 10 buses that leave Edinburgh for Leeds every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus22:156h25Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)4:40Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)£281One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus22:106h30Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)4:40Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)£281One-way1 change
NX18021:105h15Edinburgh, Bus Station2:25Leeds, Coach Station£301One-way0 changes- NX59110:355h30Edinburgh, Bus Station16:05Leeds, Coach Station£341One-way0 changes
- NX18311:455h05Edinburgh, Bus Station16:50Leeds, Coach Station£341One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:404h40Edinburgh, Bus Station4:20Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)£511One-way0 changes
- NX18311:455h05Edinburgh, Bus Station16:50Leeds, Coach Station£341One-way0 changes
- NX18021:105h15Edinburgh, Bus Station2:25Leeds, Coach Station£301One-way0 changes
- NX1838:455h20Edinburgh, Bus Station14:05Leeds, Coach Station£341One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:055h25Edinburgh, Bus Station14:30Leeds, Coach Station£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. 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 coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 262 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Leeds coaches for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX183 | Delayed 16:20 8:45Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h20 | 14:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | Delayed 16:20 11:45Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h05 | 16:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX180 | 21:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h15 | 2:25 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h47 | 4:20 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h40 | 4:20 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 8h21 | 14:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX183 | Delayed 10:45 8:45Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h20 | 13:30 13:30Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h25 | 14:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | On time 11:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h05 | 16:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX180 | On time 21:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h15 | 2:25 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Leeds.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Leeds.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Leeds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 262 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 262 km |
Average bus duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 1:40 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Edinburgh to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Leeds with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Edinburgh to Leeds
There are three coach services from Edinburgh to Leeds every day of the week. Two of these services are non-stop and these take a maximum of five and a half hours. There's a daily indirect overnight service, leaving Edinburgh late in the evening with a stop in Manchester. This journey takes almost nine and a half hours.
Which coach companies travel from Edinburgh to Leeds?
The only coach company operating the service between these two cities is National Express. National Express operates both the non-stop and the indirect services between Edinburgh and Leeds. No other coach company runs regular buses on this route.
How long is the coach from Edinburgh to Leeds?
Direct, non-stop services provide the fastest coach journeys between Edinburgh and Leeds. The fastest of these services takes five hours but some direct services can take up to five and a half hours, depending on the departure time and the day of the week. There's a daily overnight service, leaving Edinburgh late at night and arriving in Leeds in the early morning with a stop in Manchester. This journey takes almost nine and a half hours.How many coaches are there from Edinburgh to Leeds?
There are three services from Edinburgh to Leeds every day of the week, including at weekends. The first departs in mid-morning and the last late at night. Two of these services are non-stop, requiring no change of coaches. A daily overnight service requires a change at Manchester Coach Station and takes substantially longer than the daytime services.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Edinburgh to Leeds?
Departure coach station: Edinburgh Elder Street is the departure point for coach journeys to Leeds. This modern bus station is in the city centre with easy access to tram and bus stops. The railway station is a ten-minute walk away. Among the facilities at the bus station are public toilets, a range of left luggage facilities, a newsagent, food vending machines, a cash machine and phone chargers.
Arrival coach station: Leeds Coach Station is where services from Edinburgh arrive. It's in the city centre with local buses available. Leeds Railway Station is a ten-minute walk away. Among the facilities at the coach station are a coffee shop, newsagents, a cash machine, food outlets and phone charging points.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Leeds by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Leeds
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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