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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leicester to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $42
tomorrow
from $26
Wednesday
from $29
Thursday
from $32
Friday
from $42
Saturday
from $35
Sunday
from $42

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    5:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      12:25 AM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      2:15 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:20 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      7:35 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    5:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      12:25 AM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      2:15 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:20 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      7:35 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    5:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      12:25 AM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      2:15 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:20 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      7:35 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • National Express
    10h 55m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $54
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      12:25 AM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      2:15 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:20 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      7:35 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    5:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • National Express
    10h 25m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:15 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      12:25 AM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      2:15 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:20 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      7:35 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    5:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $47
  • National Express
    10h 25m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:15 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $48
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      12:25 AM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      2:15 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:20 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      7:35 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $16

Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Leicester and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Leicester to Edinburgh. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Leicester and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 19 buses from Leicester to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Edinburgh, with 5 offers.

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Facts about the bus from Leicester to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Leicester to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leicester to Edinburgh starting from $26!

Cheapest Bus $26
Fastest Bus 7h 10m
Earliest Bus 12:25 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 243.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Leicester to Edinburgh

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Leicester for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/23/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
$46
Tuesday 06/24
$42
Wednesday 06/25
$29
Thursday 06/26
$42
Friday 06/27
$42
Saturday 06/28
$35
Sunday 06/29
$42
Monday 06/30
$42
Tuesday 07/01
$29
Wednesday 07/02
$28
Thursday 07/03
$29
Friday 07/04
$29
Saturday 07/05
Sunday 07/06
$42
Monday 07/07
$32
Tuesday 07/08
$31
Wednesday 07/09
$32
Thursday 07/10
$29
Friday 07/11
Saturday 07/12
$43
Sunday 07/13
$29
Monday 07/14
$26
Tuesday 07/15
$29
Wednesday 07/16
$29
Thursday 07/17
$29
Friday 07/18
$29
Saturday 07/19

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $26, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Leicester to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $42.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Edinburgh, with $26. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $42.

How to save money travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Leicester to Edinburgh

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

FlixBus from Leicester to Edinburgh

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $26
Fastest Bus 7h 10m
Earliest Bus 12:25 AM
Last Bus 10:05 AM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 6/20/2025

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Edinburgh

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Leicester to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Leicester Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $26 and takes 7h 10m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $26 and $54. 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 Leicester to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Leicester to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Leicester to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 7h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $46. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Leicester starts at 12:25 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 Leicester to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Leicester for Edinburgh starts at 11:55 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 Leicester Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Leicester to Edinburgh, 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 Leicester and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester 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 and FlixBus.

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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