4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Leeds
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
52
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 52 trains that leave Edinburgh for Leeds on Tue, Jul 07, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.
G80073+
W299092:00 PM3h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:08 PMLeeds station (LDS)€391One-way1 transfer- G80080+G011663:00 PM3h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:06 PMLeeds station (LDS)€391One-way1 transfer
- W298687:03 AM3h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:05 AMLeeds station (LDS)€401One-way0 transfers
- W2988410:05 AM3h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:06 PMLeeds station (LDS)€401One-way0 transfers
- W298626:02 AM3h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:08 AMLeeds station (LDS)€401One-way0 transfers
- G08170+
C249455:37 AM2h51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:28 AMLeeds station (LDS)€971One-way1 transfer - G08180+
G889698:00 AM2h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:54 AMLeeds station (LDS)€931One-way1 transfer - G80097+C317176:00 PM2h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:54 PMLeeds station (LDS)€811One-way1 transfer
- G08175+G889657:00 AM2h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:54 AMLeeds station (LDS)€911One-way1 transfer
- G08186+G889749:00 AM2h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:54 AMLeeds station (LDS)€811One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €16. 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 bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 262 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€63 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Leeds trains for today, Monday, July 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80091+G89015 | On time 5:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 7:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G01170 | On time 5:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h04 | 8:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01989+C24980 | On time 5:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 8:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G80097+C31717 | On time 6:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 8:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G00842 | On time 6:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h00 | 9:04 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02062+C31719 | On time 6:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h24 | 9:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02033+C24988 | On time 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h28 | 10:28 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02033+G15940 | On time 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h10 | 10:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
 G25688+C24988 | On time 7:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h08 | 10:28 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02017+G85321 | On time 7:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h56 | 11:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02056+C24653 | On time 8:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h41 | 12:01 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C01960+G15880 | On time 9:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h08 | 2:08 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, July 7 | |||||
| G08170+C24945 | 5:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h51 | 8:28 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C01968+W29862 | 5:50 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h18 | 9:08 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| W29862 | 6:02 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h06 | 9:08 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02042+G16013 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 9:27 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G08175+G88965 | 7:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 9:54 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| W29868 | 7:03 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h02 | 10:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02002+C24952 | 7:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 10:27 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G08180+G88969 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 10:54 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| W29873 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 11:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02015+C24954 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 11:27 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G08186+G88974 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 11:54 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G01148 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h00 | 12:05 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85785 · G15907 | 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h19 | 12:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02006+G15907 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 12:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G80049+G88978 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 12:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| W29884 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h01 | 1:06 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85787 · G15922 | 10:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h19 | 1:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C01942+G15922 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 1:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G80055+G88984 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 1:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G01153 | 11:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h02 | 2:06 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02029+G15900 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 2:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G80061+G88990 | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 2:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G01154 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h00 | 3:05 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85790 · C24965 | 12:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h19 | 3:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02007+C24965 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 3:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G80067+G88995 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 3:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G01161 | 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h02 | 4:07 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02014+C24969 | 1:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 4:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G80073+W29909 | 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h08 | 5:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| W29909 | 2:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h04 | 5:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85793 · C24972 | 2:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h19 | 5:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02046+C24972 | 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 5:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G80080+G01166 | 3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h06 | 6:06 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G80080+G89005 | 3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 5:57 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G01166 | 3:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h02 | 6:06 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01988+C24975 | 3:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 6:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02070+G89009 | 4:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h56 | 6:56 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G01169 | 4:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h03 | 7:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85796 · C24979 | 4:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h19 | 7:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| C02066+C24979 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 7:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Leeds
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Trains from Edinburgh to Leeds run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:08, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 2:08 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Leeds trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Leeds from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Leeds by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Leeds
Most Edinburgh to Leeds trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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