4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 3 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Edinburgh will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 7 buses that leave Leicester for Edinburgh every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 392 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 4 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leicester to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 392 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price | £82 Average Price |
8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Edinburgh coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX183 | 09:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h20 | 17:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX150 · NX183 | 09:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 10h25 | 20:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 9h04 | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 7h30 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX180 | 23:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h10 | 08:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:25 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 11h16 | 11:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 00:25 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 7h10 | 07:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Edinburgh
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Buses from Leicester to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 392 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 392 km |
Average bus duration 8h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva Midlands from Leicester to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Edinburgh with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva Midlands for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Edinburgh
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- 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
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