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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Leeds from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$30
tomorrow
$32
Saturday
$24
Sunday
$26
Monday
$25
Tuesday
$20
Wednesday
$20

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 12m 9:28 PM Edinburgh Edinburgh Zoo Bus Stop 4:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 6h 17m 10:03 PM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop 4:20 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $36
National Express 5h 15m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $37
National Express 5h 30m 10:35 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 4:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $39
National Express 5h 5m 11:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 4:50 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Ratho, you can save more than $12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 40%
      6h 57m
      Edinburgh
      8 mi
      9:43 PM
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Bus Stop
      4:40 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 40m
      0
      11:15 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      2:05 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      4:55 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 40m 8:55 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:35 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $32
FlixBus 6h 47m 9:53 PM Edinburgh Edinburgh Zoo Bus Stop 4:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $36
National Express 5h 15m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $37
National Express 5h 30m 10:35 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 4:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $39
National Express 5h 20m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Ratho, you can save more than $14? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 44%
      6h 57m
      Edinburgh
      8 mi
      9:43 PM
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Bus Stop
      4:40 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      11:40 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      2:15 AM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      2h 0m
      0
      2:20 AM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      4:20 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel Time is 0h 35m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 25m 9:05 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:30 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 4h 40m 11:40 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 4:20 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 5h 15m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 30m 10:35 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 4:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $39
National Express 5h 20m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 5m
      0
      9:05 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      11:50 AM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • FlixBus
      2h 35m
      0
      12:35 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      3:10 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 25m 9:05 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:30 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $26
FlixBus 6h 17m 10:03 PM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop 4:20 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $26
FlixBus 4h 40m 11:40 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 4:20 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $32
National Express 5h 15m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 30m 10:35 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 4:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Ratho, you can save more than $8? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 31%
      6h 25m
      Edinburgh
      8 mi
      9:55 PM
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Bus Stop
      4:20 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 40m
      0
      11:15 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      2:05 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      4:55 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 25m 9:05 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:30 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 4h 40m 11:40 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 4:20 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $32
National Express 5h 15m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 30m 10:35 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 4:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $39
National Express 5h 20m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Ratho, you can save more than $-14? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 25m
      Edinburgh
      8 mi
      9:55 PM
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Bus Stop
      4:20 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 40m
      0
      11:15 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      2:05 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      4:55 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 40m 11:40 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 4:20 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 5h 15m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $34
FlixBus 5h 25m 9:05 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:30 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $38
National Express 5h 30m 10:35 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 4:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $39
National Express 5h 20m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 40m
      0
      11:15 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      2:05 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      4:55 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 25m 9:05 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:30 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $20
FlixBus 6h 30m 10:10 PM Edinburgh Princes Street 4:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 6h 25m 10:15 PM Edinburgh Haymarket Station 4:40 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 5h 15m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 2:25 AM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 30m 10:35 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 4:05 PM Leeds Bus Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Leeds via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 40m
      0
      11:15 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      2:05 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      4:55 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Edinburgh to Leeds is $19 on 5/13/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Leeds

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Leeds are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from Edinburgh to Leeds. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Leeds.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 27 buses from Edinburgh to Leeds, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Leeds, with 26 offers.

Facts about the bus from Edinburgh to Leeds

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Leeds in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus $19
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Bus 10:35 AM
Latest Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 162.4 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Edinburgh to Leeds

Every day, 7 buses from 2 bus companies leave Edinburgh for Leeds: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/19
Monday 04/20
Tuesday 04/21
Wednesday 04/22
Thursday 04/23
$25
Friday 04/24
$32
Saturday 04/25
$24
Sunday 04/26
$26
Monday 04/27
$25
Tuesday 04/28
$20
Wednesday 04/29
$20
Thursday 04/30
$22
Friday 05/01
$32
Saturday 05/02
$24
Sunday 05/03
$34
Monday 05/04
$27
Tuesday 05/05
$34
Wednesday 05/06
$23
Thursday 05/07
$20
Friday 05/08
$32
Saturday 05/09
$30
Sunday 05/10
$22
Monday 05/11
$19
Tuesday 05/12
$20
Wednesday 05/13
$19
Thursday 05/14
$22
Friday 05/15
$32
Saturday 05/16

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Leeds

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $19, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Edinburgh to Leeds. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds, with $20. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $20.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Leeds

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Edinburgh to Leeds, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Edinburgh to Leeds are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Leeds

These are the most booked bus companies between Edinburgh to Leeds from our users.

National Express from Edinburgh to Leeds

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Edinburgh to Leeds:

Cheapest Price $34
Fastest Bus 5h 5m
Earliest Bus 10:35 AM
Last Bus 9:10 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 4/23/2026

FlixBus from Edinburgh to Leeds

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Edinburgh to Leeds:

Cheapest Price $20
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Bus 9:28 PM
Last Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 4/23/2026

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Leeds

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Edinburgh and Leeds.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Edinburgh to Leeds? Compare all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Leeds.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Leeds

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Edinburgh to Leeds? Or which bus companies serve the route Edinburgh to Leeds? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Leeds bus

How much does a Edinburgh Leeds bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 4h 40m to reach Leeds. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Leeds?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $57. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Leeds.

On average, how many connections are available from Edinburgh to Leeds each day?

Every day, the Edinburgh to Leeds bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Edinburgh to Leeds take?

The fastest bus from Edinburgh to Leeds is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $47. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Leeds?

The earliest bus arriving in Leeds from Edinburgh starts at 10:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Edinburgh to Leeds?

The latest bus trip departing from Edinburgh for Leeds starts at 11:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Edinburgh Leeds route?

When traveling by bus from Edinburgh to Leeds, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Leeds?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Leeds by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Edinburgh to Leeds bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Edinburgh Leeds bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Leeds bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Leeds on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Edinburgh to Leeds?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 7 daily trips between Edinburgh and Leeds. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Edinburgh to Leeds?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Edinburgh and Leeds change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Leeds

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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