How far is Edinburgh from Leeds?

The distance between Edinburgh and Leeds is approximately 263 km (163 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Edinburgh to Leeds?

Buses departing from Bus Station in Edinburgh will take you to Leeds Coach Station in Leeds.

Bus Edinburgh to Leeds from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Leeds on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	5h 40m	2:45pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	10:35am	Bus Station	5h 30m	4:05pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:49pm	Edinburgh Airport	6h 31m	3:20am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	7h 3m	4:40am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Leeds on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:05pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:49pm	Edinburgh Airport	6h 31m	3:20am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	7h 3m	4:40am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Leeds on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:28pm	Edinburgh Zoo South	7h 12m	4:40am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:05pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:49pm	Edinburgh Airport	6h 31m	3:20am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Leeds on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55pm	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	6h 25m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:05pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:49pm	Edinburgh Airport	6h 31m	3:20am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Leeds on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:40pm	Edinburgh Airport	12h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:05pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:49pm	Edinburgh Airport	6h 31m	3:20am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Leeds on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:05pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:49pm	Edinburgh Airport	6h 31m	3:20am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	7h 3m	4:40am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Leeds on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:05pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:49pm	Edinburgh Airport	6h 31m	3:20am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	7h 3m	4:40am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Leeds on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:28pm	Edinburgh Zoo South	7h 12m	4:40am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	4:20am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Bus Station	5h 20m	2:05pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	5h 40m	2:45pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:49pm	Edinburgh Airport	6h 31m	3:20am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

262 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $158	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$70 - $450	Average Duration3h 1m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$34 - $55	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Leeds?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Stops in Leeds

A
Leeds Coach Station
York Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
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B
Leeds Bradford Airport
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C
20 Central Rd
Vassali House, 20 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE, UK
D
Leeds Bus Stop F5
46 New York St, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DY, UK
E
St Peter's Street
St Peter's St, Leeds, UK
F
Leeds
75 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to multiple reviews, customers express satisfaction with the service provided by this transport link. They mention easy access, comfortable journeys, and friendly staff who are kind and helpful. Although there were some delays due to a rail strike causing more traffic, overall customers are pleased with the service and would consider taking the bus instead of the train in the future for its comfort and value for money.

National Express Edinburgh Leeds recent customer reviews

The driver was very good. No complaints. But the other passengers were very than loud and intrusive

Nicolas G.

September 29, 2023

Easy access to this transport link .Space on coach to sit separately .smooth change over of drivers . Times accurate throughout .Good access to local transport links at Leeds

Sally M.

January 7, 2023

Comfy journey, lovely staff who were kind, helpful and good sense of humour to boot. The bus was late but probably due to rail strike meaning more traffic. Overall very pleased with the service. I took the bus because my train was cancelled. Now I would definitely consider taking rhe bus instead of the train now I can see how comfy it is and the value for money.

Gemma L.

June 22, 2022

Megabus UK

3.5/54,274 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Passengers have highlighted the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, which contributed to a smooth journey. However, there were concerns about delays without any communication regarding their cause.

Megabus Edinburgh Leeds recent customer reviews

Besides rushing so as not to miss the bus at 11:05 unfortunately the bus didn't leave on time & the passengers were not informed.of what was causing the delay. It would be nice to be kept informed

Jane D.

December 11, 2023

Very good

Laird Kincavel O.

November 7, 2024

Friendly and helpful staff journey uneventful made good time

Lawrence M.

September 26, 2024

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Leeds by bus

How far is Edinburgh from Leeds?
The distance between Edinburgh and Leeds is approximately 263 km (163 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Edinburgh to Leeds?
Buses departing from Bus Station in Edinburgh will take you to Leeds Coach Station in Leeds.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-19

$42

11-20

$58

Today

$48

11-22

$39

11-23

$50

11-24

$36

11-25

$34

11-26

$30

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Leeds was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $112 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually Megabus UK, National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.