4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 10 buses that leave Leeds for Edinburgh 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 1 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 15 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.
NX1802:555h10Leeds, Coach Station8:05Edinburgh, Bus Station£291One-way0 changes- NX18312:155h00Leeds, Coach Station17:15Edinburgh, Bus Station£341One-way0 changes
- NX59113:355h00Leeds, Coach Station18:35Edinburgh, Bus Station£341One-way0 changes
- NX18315:105h15Leeds, Coach Station20:25Edinburgh, Bus Station£341One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:205h15Leeds, Coach Station17:35Edinburgh, Bus Station£371One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:054h40Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)7:45Edinburgh, Bus Station£431One-way0 changes
- NX18312:155h00Leeds, Coach Station17:15Edinburgh, Bus Station£341One-way0 changes
- NX59113:355h00Leeds, Coach Station18:35Edinburgh, Bus Station£341One-way0 changes
- NX1802:555h10Leeds, Coach Station8:05Edinburgh, Bus Station£291One-way0 changes
- FlixBus12:205h15Leeds, Coach Station17:35Edinburgh, Bus Station£371One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Edinburgh 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 52m. 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 £21.
Distance: 262 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m 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
Leeds to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Edinburgh coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX183 | 12:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h00 | 17:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h15 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 6h49 | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
| NX591 | 13:35 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h00 | 18:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | 15:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h15 | 20:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 6h05 | 21:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX181 · NX591 | On time 23:25 Leeds, Coach Station | 11h00 | 10:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 28 May | |||||
| NX180 | 2:55 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h10 | 8:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:05 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 4h40 | 7:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 8h36 | 11:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
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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, FlixBus, Transdev Harrogate or Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Edinburgh.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Edinburgh
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Buses from Leeds to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. 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 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 1:40 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Transdev Harrogate, Arriva UK, First Leeds from Leeds to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Edinburgh with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Transdev Harrogate, Arriva UK, First Leeds for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Leeds to Edinburgh
Buses offer a fast and comfortable way to travel the 262 kilometres between Leeds and Edinburgh with National Express operating five daily coach services. Three of the services are direct and the other two require a change of coach at Manchester. Travel time ranges from 5 hours and 10 minutes to 9 hours and 35 minutes. The first departure of the day leaves at 2:55 a.m. and the last sets off at 10:00 p.m.
Departure and arrival stations for buses from Leeds to Edinburgh?
Departure Station: Buses to Edinburgh depart from Leeds Coach Station located next to Leeds Bus Station behind Kirkgate Market on Dyer Street. As the city's main hub for all bus and coach transport, it offers easy access from anywhere in Leeds or beyond on buses operated through MetroLine.
Arrival Station: Buses from Leeds arrive at Edinburgh Coach Station which is centrally located on St. Andrew's Square near the main shopping strip of Princes Street. Passengers can take Edinburgh Trams from St Andrew Square, and it's a short walk to Waverley Train Station and Waverley Bridge.
FAQs: Leeds to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, 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 Leeds and Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, 737
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
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