The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £30
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £38
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 5 h
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 5 h 14 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 262 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 6 buses from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.
NX1802:55 5h10 Leeds, Coach Station 8:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station £30 1 One-way 0 changes
NX172 · NX5981:55 5h45 Leeds, Coach Station 7:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station £33 1 One-way 1 change
NX18312:15 5h00 Leeds, Coach Station 17:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station £35 1 One-way 0 changes
NX59113:35 5h00 Leeds, Coach Station 18:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station £35 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus12:20 5h15 Leeds, Coach Station 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station £39 1 One-way 0 changes
NX18312:15 5h00 Leeds, Coach Station 17:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station £35 1 One-way 0 changes
NX59113:35 5h00 Leeds, Coach Station 18:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station £35 1 One-way 0 changes
NX1802:55 5h10 Leeds, Coach Station 8:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station £30 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus12:20 5h15 Leeds, Coach Station 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station £39 1 One-way 0 changes
NX172 · NX5981:55 5h45 Leeds, Coach Station 7:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station £33 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Buses from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 22:25. The fastest coach covers the 262 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 262 km |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trip
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Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h15 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX591 | 13:35 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h00 | 18:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 · NX181 · NX591 | 23:25 Leeds, Coach Station | 11h00 | 10:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
NX172 · NX598 | 1:55 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h45 | 7:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX180 | 2:55 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h10 | 8:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)You can travel by bus between Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leeds station (LDS) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
FAQs: Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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