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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs £11 - £25 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h and costs £40 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Edinburgh?

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

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The distance between Leeds and Edinburgh is 229 miles. The road distance is 193.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £40 - £80.

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

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

Where do I catch the Leeds to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leeds to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Leeds to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £75 and takes 4h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Leeds to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Edinburgh is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Leeds to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Leeds to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Leeds to Edinburgh?

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

Leeds to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Leeds to Edinburgh 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 Leeds to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h
£40–80
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leeds to Edinburgh190.8 mi
4h 25m
£11–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
4h 40m
£16–75
Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LBA - EDI
4h 58m
£66–161
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Leeds to CarlisleLeeds - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 44m
£26–149
Drive 192.1 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Edinburgh192.1 mi
3h 56m
£47–68
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
5h 46m
£75–191
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leeds to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 52m
£75–225

Leeds to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 227.9 mi
Duration: 3h

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–50 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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