What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £120 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle station to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Leeds. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Leeds is 230 miles. The road distance is 193.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £120 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds takes 2h 58m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Leeds bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Leeds train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £120 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 51m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Leeds bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Leeds train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Leeds is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

Book your Edinburgh Castle to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

Book your Edinburgh Castle to Leeds bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 1204+ hotels available in Leeds.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Castle and Leeds. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Castle to Leeds - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 10m
£120–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk001 / ...
5h 51m
£18–33
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Leedsrideshare 191 mi
4h 33m
£20–27
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane EDI - LBA
5h 32m
£60–180
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
5h 8m
£60–141
Drive 192.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Leedscar 192.6 mi
3h 58m
£48–70
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
6h 31m
£74–164

Edinburgh Castle to Leeds by foot and train

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.4 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Leeds, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £120–170 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Newcastle-Upon-Tyne in around 5h 51m.

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