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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Leeds is to bus which costs £16 - £55 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Leeds is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £23 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leith 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 59m.

How far is it from Leith to Leeds?

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

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

The best way to get from Leith to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £23 - £85.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds takes 2h 59m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leith to Leeds bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leith to Leeds train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leith to Leeds?

The best way to get from Leith to Leeds is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £23 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 5h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Leith to Leeds bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leith to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leith to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Leeds is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Leith to Leeds.

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

Book your Leith to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2377+ hotels available in Leeds.

Can I share a ride from Leith to Leeds?

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

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

There are 7 ways to get from Leith 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 / ...
2h 59m
£23–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUk010 / ...
5h 25m
£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 37m
£70–170
Train via Northallerton
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NorthallertonEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Northallerton to LeedsRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 41m
£47–114
Drive 191.8 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Leeds191.8 mi
3h 54m
£48–69
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 38m
£80–184

Leith to Leeds by train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.9 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.

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