Leeds to Edinburgh bus with Megabus

Sat, Jan 25
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Cheap bus tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jan 25

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixBus
12:20PM5h15
Leeds, Coach Station
05:35PMEdinburgh
231One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
National Express
01:35PM5h20
Leeds, Coach Station
06:55PMEdinburgh
381One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:15PM5h05
Leeds, Coach Station
05:20PMEdinburgh
381One-way
0 transfers
National Express
01:40AM5h55
Leeds, Coach Station
07:35AMEdinburgh
431One-way
1 transfer
Megabus
01:55AM4h45
Leeds
06:40AMEdinburgh
431One-way
0 transfers

Leeds to Edinburgh bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Saturday, January 25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National Express
NX172
National ExpressNX172
01:40AM Leeds, Coach Station5h55 07:35AM Edinburgh1 transfer
MegabusMegabus01:55AM Leeds4h45 06:40AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX180
National ExpressNX180
02:55AM Leeds, Coach Station5h10 08:05AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
02:55AM Leeds4h40 07:35AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX183
National ExpressNX183
12:15PM Leeds, Coach Station5h05 05:20PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
12:20PM Leeds, Coach Station5h15 05:35PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX591
National ExpressNX591
01:35PM Leeds, Coach Station5h20 06:55PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus02:25PM Leeds5h00 07:25PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
11:15PM Leeds, Coach Station11h10 10:25AM Edinburgh2 transfers

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Bus times from Leeds to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jan 25

Fastest Journey

4 h 40 m

Average

5 h 49 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

262 km

Of the 9 buses that leave Leeds for Edinburgh every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
FlixBus
02:55AM4h40
Leeds
07:35AMEdinburgh
511One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Megabus
01:55AM4h45
Leeds
06:40AMEdinburgh
431One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
02:25PM5h00
Leeds
07:25PMEdinburgh
431One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:15PM5h05
Leeds, Coach Station
05:20PMEdinburgh
381One-way
0 transfers
National Express
02:55AM5h10
Leeds, Coach Station
08:05AMEdinburgh
451One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Edinburgh

Buses from Leeds to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
261 km
Average bus duration
5h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
€16
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
6
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
4h 40m
First bus
01:40
Last bus
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus Leeds to Edinburgh

Travel to Edinburgh from Leeds from €11 with Omio’s coach partners Megabus, National Express and FlixBus! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach from Leeds to Edinburgh, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Coach information from Leeds to Edinburgh with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: €50
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Edinburgh

FAQs: Take the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Edinburgh.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Edinburgh is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Leeds to Edinburgh is 4 h 40 min   to travel the 261 km long route, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Leeds to Edinburgh leaves at 01: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Leeds to Edinburgh leaves at 23: 45.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Leeds to Edinburgh without having to change trains with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. There are 4 direct coaches from Leeds to Edinburgh each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Leeds to Edinburgh coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Edinburgh from Leeds to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) 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.

A trip to Edinburgh from Leeds is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leeds to Edinburgh is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Edinburgh from Leeds including taking a train or coach.

Popular bus stations from Leeds to Edinburgh

Leeds
Edinburgh
The major bus station for departures in Leeds is Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop for your trip from Leeds to Edinburgh.
Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop
Leeds, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Dyer Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria at Leeds Coach Station (in the station)
  • The Brewery Tap (0.5 km)
  • Tharavadu (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Leeds, Coach Station
  • Bus: 6, 28, 49, 50 Train: Leeds Station
Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
The major bus station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh, Bus Station for your trip to Edinburgh from Leeds.
Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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