How much is the bus ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh start from MAD 163. The average price for this route is around MAD 343. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The average bus travel time from Leeds to Edinburgh is 7h 17m, covering a distance of 264 km. The quickest bus can get 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 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Leeds to Edinburgh at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh generates an estimated 6.5889 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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 29884 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 MAD 144 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on April 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:10pm	Leeds Coach Station	5h 15m	8:25pm	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:10pm	Leeds Coach Station	5h 15m	8:25pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Leeds Coach Station	5h 15m	8:25pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Leeds Coach Station	11h	10:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Leeds Coach Station	11h	10:25am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on April 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	5:35pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:05am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	7:45am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	8h 17m	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on April 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	5:35pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:05am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	7:45am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	8h 17m	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on April 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	5:35pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:05am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	7:45am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	8h 17m	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on April 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:10am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	7h 3m	10:13am	Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1)	Cheapest
Bus	3:05am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	7:45am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:05am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	7:45am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	8h 17m	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on April 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:10am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	7h 33m	10:43am	Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1)	Cheapest
Bus	3:05am	Leeds Cultural Stop C	4h 40m	7:45am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Leeds City Bus Station	5h 15m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Leeds Coach Station	5h 10m	8:05am	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:26 AM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Leeds to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just MAD 454, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3hAverage Duration

262 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 163 - MAD 764	Average Duration7h 17m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 454 - MAD 3,041	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 6kg 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
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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
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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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

3.5/512,510 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

National Express

4.2/529,884 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 18 reviews, National Express was rated 4 stars for this trip. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 163, with the trip lasting on average 376.

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.

September 23, 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.

June 26, 2017

Very efficient

Adson M.

November 4, 2022

Megabus UK

3.6/54,308 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

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.

November 1, 2024

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

Ricardo M.

August 16, 2024

Bcz bus timing is not good

Harleen K.

February 6, 2024

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, KLR Bus, Expressway

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Edinburgh by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from MAD 163. The average price for this route is around MAD 343. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The average bus travel time from Leeds to Edinburgh is 7h 17m, covering a distance of 264 km. The quickest bus can get 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 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Leeds to Edinburgh at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Leeds to Edinburgh generates an estimated 6.5889 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 29884 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Edinburgh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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

04-19

MAD 315

04-20

MAD 303

Today

MAD 269

04-22

MAD 252

04-23

MAD 240

04-24

MAD 269

04-25

MAD 246

04-26

MAD 218

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Edinburgh was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of MAD 218

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 MAD 218 to MAD 684 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 MAD 218 which is on 2026-04-26.

Usually National Express 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.