What is the travel distance from Leicester to Edinburgh?

The distance separating Leicester and Edinburgh is 244 miles (393 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leicester to Edinburgh?

The majority of buses traveling from Leicester to Edinburgh start their journey at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station and wind up at Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Once in Edinburgh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Arthur's Seat, Old Town, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Scottish Parliament Building and Rosslyn Chapel.

Bus Leicester to Edinburgh from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leicester to Edinburgh on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:55pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Edinburgh on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 25m	5:20pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:25am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	7h 10m	7:35am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 25m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:05am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	7h 30m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 25m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Edinburgh on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 25m	5:20pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:25am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	7h 10m	7:35am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 25m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:05am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	7h 30m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:50am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	10h 55m	8:45pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Edinburgh on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 20m	5:20pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:25am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	7h 10m	7:35am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	8h 20m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:05am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	7h 30m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:50am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	10h 25m	8:15pm	Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Leicester to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

244 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $109	Average Duration10h 32m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$50 - $50	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Edinburgh?

Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
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B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom
C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,448 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29735 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $33

National Express Leicester Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Prompt efficient and clean

Kevin N.

July 2, 2022

Passengers confused with the schedule listed outside the terminal.

Pak Lap L.

August 3, 2019

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Edinburgh by bus

What is the travel distance from Leicester to Edinburgh?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leicester to Edinburgh?
What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/24

$47

11/25

$40

Today

$35

11/27

$35

11/28

$43

11/29

$34

11/30

$43

12/01

$29

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $94 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually National Express, FlixBus 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.