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Trip Overview

The average bus between Leicester and Edinburgh takes 8h 13m and the fastest bus takes 8h 10m. The bus service runs several times per day from Leicester to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 13m
Duration
297 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Leicester to Edinburgh bus times

Buses run twice daily between Leicester and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 8:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 8:05 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 296.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 13m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £55–140 and the journey takes 8h 10m.

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