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Compare all timetables for the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh

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

today
$26
tomorrow
$36
Saturday
$39
Sunday
$39
Monday
$28
Tuesday
$21
Wednesday
$21

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 15m 12:20 PM Leeds Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $26
National Express 6h 0m 1:40 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $37
FlixBus 4h 40m 2:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $37
National Express 5h 20m 1:35 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $39
megabus 4h 45m 1:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 6:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 0m 1:40 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $36
National Express 5h 35m 1:35 PM Leeds Bus Station 7:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $39
megabus 4h 45m 1:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 6:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $40
megabus 5h 0m 1:55 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $40
FlixBus 4h 40m 2:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Edinburgh via Bradford, you can save more than $2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 6%
      6h 40m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      1:00 AM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      7:40 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $34

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 1:35 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $39
megabus 4h 45m 1:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 6:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $40
megabus 5h 0m 1:55 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $40
National Express 5h 10m 2:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $42
FlixBus 8h 17m 12:20 PM Leeds Bus Station 8:37 PM Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Edinburgh via Bradford, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      6h 40m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      1:00 AM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      7:40 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $39

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 1:35 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $39
megabus 4h 45m 1:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 6:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $41
megabus 5h 0m 1:55 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $41
National Express 6h 0m 1:40 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $42
FlixBus 4h 40m 2:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $53
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Edinburgh via Bradford, you can save more than $4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 10%
      7h 50m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      11:50 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      7:40 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $35

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 0m 1:40 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $28
megabus 4h 45m 1:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 6:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $29
megabus 5h 0m 1:55 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 15m 12:20 PM Leeds Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $30
National Express 5h 20m 1:35 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $39

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 15m 12:20 PM Leeds Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $21
National Express 6h 0m 1:40 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $28
megabus 4h 45m 1:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 6:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $37
megabus 5h 0m 1:55 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $37
National Express 5h 20m 1:35 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $39

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 15m 12:20 PM Leeds Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $21
National Express 6h 0m 1:40 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $28
FlixBus 4h 40m 2:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $28
megabus 4h 45m 1:55 AM Leeds Bus Station 6:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $29
megabus 5h 0m 1:55 PM Leeds Bus Station 6:55 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $29

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Leeds to Edinburgh is $20 on 12/9/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Leeds and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Leeds and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Leeds to Edinburgh. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Leeds and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 36 buses from Leeds to Edinburgh, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leeds and Edinburgh, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express, FlixBus and megabus that travel 10 times every day by bus from Leeds to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Bus 1:40 AM
Latest Bus 11:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 10 Ø
Distance 162.4 miles
Bus Companies National Express, FlixBus and megabus

Cheapest bus connections from Leeds to Edinburgh

Every day, 10 buses from 3 bus companies leave Leeds for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
$26
Friday 12/05
$28
Saturday 12/06
$30
Sunday 12/07
$28
Monday 12/08
$21
Tuesday 12/09
$20
Wednesday 12/10
$28
Thursday 12/11
$31
Friday 12/12
$49
Saturday 12/13
$24
Sunday 12/14
$24
Monday 12/15
$24
Tuesday 12/16
$24
Wednesday 12/17
$24
Thursday 12/18
$26
Friday 12/19
$26
Saturday 12/20
$29
Sunday 12/21
$28
Monday 12/22
$29
Tuesday 12/23
$29
Wednesday 12/24
$29
Thursday 12/25
$30
Friday 12/26
$29
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Leeds to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $20, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Leeds to Edinburgh. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh, with $20. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $47.

How to save money travelling from Leeds to Edinburgh

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 Leeds to Edinburgh 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 Leeds to Edinburgh, 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 Leeds to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Leeds to Edinburgh

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

National Express from Leeds to Edinburgh

National Express

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

Cheapest Price $28
Fastest Bus 5h 5m
Earliest Bus 1:40 AM
Last Bus 11:15 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 12/3/2025

All bus stations and stops in Leeds and Edinburgh

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

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 Leeds to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from Leeds to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Leeds to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Leeds Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 5h 15m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $101. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.

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

Every day, the Leeds to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Leeds to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $37. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Leeds starts at 1:40 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 Leeds to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Leeds for Edinburgh starts at 11:15 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 Leeds Edinburgh route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Leeds and Edinburgh 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, FlixBus and megabus.

What can I take with me on the Leeds to Edinburgh 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 Leeds Edinburgh 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 Leeds Edinburgh 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 Leeds to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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