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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Leeds is to rideshare which costs £20 - £27 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh 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 3h 1m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Leeds?

The distance between Edinburgh and Leeds is 229 miles. The road distance is 192.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £85.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds takes 3h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leeds bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leeds train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Leeds?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 4h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leeds bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Leeds is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Edinburgh to Leeds.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2423+ hotels available in Leeds.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Leeds?

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

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

There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh 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 LeedsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 1m
£40–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn11 / ...
4h 40m
£16–55
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Leeds191 mi
4h 26m
£20–27
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)EDI - LBA
5h 25m
£64–170
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CarlisleEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to LeedsCarlisle - Leeds / ...
4h 58m
£31–147
Drive 191.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Leeds191.8 mi
3h 55m
£47–68
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leeds
6h 22m
£74–194

Edinburgh to Leeds by train

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Distance: 227.9 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 3h 1m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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