How much is the bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh start at R 278. The average price for this route is around R 609. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Leeds to Edinburgh is 7h 17m, covering a distance of 264 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Leeds to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Leeds to Edinburgh at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh?

A bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Leeds to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Edinburgh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leeds to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leeds to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Leeds to Edinburgh from R 217 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leeds to Edinburgh on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	07:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:55	Leeds Coach Station	8h 18m	10:13	Edinburgh Airport	No tags
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	8h 17m	20:37	Edinburgh Airport	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Edinburgh on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:55	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	07:35	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:55	Leeds Coach Station	8h 18m	10:13	Edinburgh Airport	No tags
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Edinburgh on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:10	Leeds Cultural Stop C	7h 29m	10:39	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	07:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:55	Leeds Coach Station	8h 18m	10:13	Edinburgh Airport	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Edinburgh on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	07:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:55	Leeds Coach Station	8h 18m	10:13	Edinburgh Airport	No tags
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	8h 17m	20:37	Edinburgh Airport	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Edinburgh on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:10	Leeds Cultural Stop C	6h 59m	10:09	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	07:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:55	Leeds Coach Station	9h 48m	11:43	Edinburgh Airport	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Edinburgh on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:10	Leeds Cultural Stop C	7h 29m	10:39	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	07:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:55	Leeds Coach Station	8h 18m	10:13	Edinburgh Airport	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Edinburgh on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	07:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Leeds Coach Station	6h	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:55	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	08:05	Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 497, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage duration

262 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 278 - R 2 313	Average duration7h 17m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 734 - R 5 402	Average duration2h 59m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 497 - R 531	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leeds and Edinburgh?

Stops in Leeds

A
Leeds Coach Station
York Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
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B
Leeds Bradford Airport
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

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Visit page
B
Edinburgh Airport
C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 631 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529 775 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 18 reviews, National Express was rated 4 stars for this trip. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 437, with the trip lasting on average 382.

National Express Leeds Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Overall. For the really affordable price that's still allows people to travel. Hard to beat and will be using, recommending again...

Petrr M.

23 September 2018

The staff was friendly and the bs on time.however, the coach was very dirty, including the toilet, which had not been cleaned before the journey. The coach was old, with a few broken seats and a terrible noise all through the journey.

Ioana R.

26 June 2017

Very efficient

Adson M.

4 November 2022

Megabus UK

3.5/54 286 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Users generally found the bus service to be satisfactory. However, some mentioned that the night fluorescent light was a bit uncomfortable and there were instances of delays without any prior information provided about them.

Megabus Leeds Edinburgh recent customer reviews

No wifi. Hot or cold. Toilets a health hazard. Late on schedule.

Shagger1 O.

1 November 2024

The bus arrived with a delay and I had zero information about that.

Ricardo M.

16 August 2024

Bcz bus timing is not good

Harleen K.

6 February 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Edinburgh by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh start at R 278. The average price for this route is around R 609. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Leeds to Edinburgh is 7h 17m, covering a distance of 264 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leeds to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Leeds to Edinburgh at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/12

R 537

15/12

R 475

Today

R 476

17/12

R 507

18/12

R 487

19/12

R 476

20/12

R 610

21/12

R 549

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Edinburgh was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 475

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

You can expect to pay from R 475 to R 1 448 for a bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 476, which is on 2025-12-19.

Usually National Express, Megabus UK 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.