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Children aged 14 - 15 years old may travel unaccompanied, as from 5am, arriving at their booked destination no later than 10pm. Unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian. (sms or chat based messages are not permissible)

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Coach from Edinburgh to Leeds

From £22.80 one-way*

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Coach from Edinburgh to Leeds

National Express operates coach services from Edinburgh to Leeds with fares from £22.80 one-way*, providing comfortable travel with guaranteed seating, generous legroom, free Wi-Fi and adjustable air conditioning for your journey between Scotland's capital and Yorkshire.

Edinburgh to Leeds journey information
Fastest journey time 5 hrs 5 mins
Cheapest price From £22.80 *
Distance (approx) 362km
No. of stops 1 (other services use further stops)
First & last journey daily 8.45am/21.10pm

   

Our Edinburgh to Leeds services and stops

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Our 180 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Edinburgh Bus Station
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station
  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station

Our 183 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Edinburgh Bus Station
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station
  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station

Our 591 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Edinburgh Bus Station
  • Berwick-upon-Tweed
  • Alnwick [Northumberland]
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station
  • Darlington
  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station

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Departing from Edinburgh

Edinburgh Bus Station is conveniently located in the city centre, just moments from St Andrew's Square.

The station offers excellent facilities including toilet facilities, a coffee shop and phone charging areas, ensuring you begin your journey to Leeds in complete comfort and convenience.

Arriving at Leeds Coach Station

Leeds Coach Station is situated in the heart of the city on York Street, perfectly positioned for exploring this vibrant Yorkshire destination. The station connects with dozens of bus routes including free city centre services, while a nearby taxi rank provides additional transport options for reaching your final destination.

Take a look at our Leeds Coach Station facilities.

 

Perfect for:


Travellers seeking comfortable intercity travel between Scotland and Yorkshire
Budget-conscious passengers wanting affordable transport with premium amenities
Visitors exploring Leeds' shopping districts and cultural attractions

 

Book your Edinburgh to Leeds coach journey today and enjoy a relaxing trip with National Express, the UK's leading coach operator.

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves from Edinburgh Bus Station at 8.45am, arriving at Leeds Coach Station at 13.50pm.

The last coach leaves from Edinburgh Bus Station at 21.10pm, arriving at Leeds Coach Station at 2.25am.

A one-way journey from Edinburgh to Leeds is available from £22.80*.

Our fastest coach journey from Edinburgh to Leeds takes 5 hrs 5 mins.

We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.

Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.

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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 26.11.2025 for travel between 26.11.2025 - 23.03.2026.
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