Train from Leeds to Edinburgh: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on October 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
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Leeds
WaverleyCheapestFastest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
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Leeds
WaverleyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:30 PM 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 $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
3hAverage Duration
262 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$17 - $136Average Duration7h 3m
7kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$77 - $456Average Duration3h
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Edinburgh by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh?

    The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh start at $77. The average price for this train route is around $117. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Leeds to Edinburgh?

    The average train trip from Leeds to Edinburgh takes 3h and covers 262 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 48m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Leeds to Edinburgh route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leeds to Edinburgh?

    The earliest train from Leeds to Edinburgh departs at 7:40am. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Leeds to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Edinburgh?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leeds to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10-14
$117
10-15
$123
Today
$116
10-17
$139
10-18
$111
10-19
$111
10-20
$111
10-21
$111
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leeds to Edinburgh was searched and found on Oct 19, 2026 with a price of $111

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

You can expect to pay from $111 to $434 for a train ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $111 which is on 2026-10-19.

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