How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh start from $43. The average price for this train route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The average train ride duration from Leeds to Edinburgh is 2h 59m, covering a distance of 163 miles (262 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 52m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Leeds to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , London North Eastern Railway , Transpennine Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leeds to Edinburgh?

The earliest train departs from Leeds to Edinburgh at 7:08am. And the latest train departs at 8:08pm.

What is the best train operator from Leeds to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Edinburgh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Leeds to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Leeds to Edinburgh from $46

Next train departures

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:08am	Leeds	2h 56m	11:04am	Waverley	CheapestFastest
Train	8:08am	Leeds	2h 56m	11:04am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Leeds	2h 58m	12:06pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Leeds	2h 58m	12:06pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	3:08pm	Leeds	2h 58m	6:06pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:07am	Leeds	2h 52m	1:59pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	10:07am	Leeds	2h 52m	12:59pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Leeds	3h 14m	11:44am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:17am	Leeds	2h 58m	12:15pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:30am	Leeds	3h 14m	11:44am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:08pm	Leeds	2h 57m	8:05pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	4:08pm	Leeds	2h 56m	7:04pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:08am	Leeds	3h	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:08am	Leeds	2h 59m	12:07pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	4:08pm	Leeds	2h 56m	7:04pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:08am	Leeds	3h	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:08am	Leeds	2h 59m	12:07pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	4:08pm	Leeds	2h 56m	7:04pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:08am	Leeds	3h	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:08am	Leeds	3h	11:08am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	4:08pm	Leeds	2h 56m	7:04pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:08am	Leeds	3h	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Edinburgh on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:08am	Leeds	3h	11:08am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	4:08pm	Leeds	2h 56m	7:04pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:08am	Leeds	3h	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:08am	Leeds	3h 12m	10:20am	Waverley	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leeds to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

163 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $135	Average Duration7h 14m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$43 - $310	Average Duration2h 59m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $36	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leeds to Edinburgh by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh start from $43. The average price for this train route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Leeds to Edinburgh is 2h 59m, covering a distance of 163 miles (262 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 52m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Leeds to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leeds to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Leeds to Edinburgh at 7:08am. And the latest train departs at 8:08pm.
What is the best train operator from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/03

$84

12/04

$85

Today

$85

12/06

$82

12/07

$82

12/08

$69

12/09

$69

12/10

$73

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $69

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $69 to $302 for a train ticket from Leeds to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-12-08.