How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds start from R 823. The average price for this train route is around R 1 299. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Leeds?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Leeds is 3h 1m, covering a distance of 262 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 56m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Leeds route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Transpennine Express , London North Eastern Railway .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Leeds?

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Leeds departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 21:00.

Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Leeds?

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 Edinburgh to Leeds?

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

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Edinburgh to Leeds?

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 Edinburgh to Leeds from R 802

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	Waverley	3h 4m	10:08	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	09:07	Waverley	3h	12:07	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:04	Waverley	3h 4m	10:08	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:07	Waverley	3h 1m	11:08	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:07	Waverley	3h 1m	11:08	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Waverley	3h 2m	18:07	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	17:09	Waverley	2h 59m	20:08	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:04	Waverley	3h 4m	10:08	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:04	Waverley	3h 4m	10:08	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:08	Waverley	3h	11:08	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:08	Waverley	2h 57m	12:05	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	09:08	Waverley	2h 57m	12:05	Leeds	Fastest
Train	10:08	Waverley	2h 58m	13:06	Leeds	No tags
Train	10:08	Waverley	2h 58m	13:06	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:05	Waverley	3h	18:05	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Waverley	3h 2m	10:05	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:08	Waverley	2h 57m	11:05	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	3h 2m	10:05	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:08	Waverley	2h 57m	11:05	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:04	Waverley	3h 2m	18:06	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Waverley	3h 2m	10:05	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:08	Waverley	2h 57m	11:05	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	3h 2m	10:05	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:08	Waverley	2h 57m	11:05	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:04	Waverley	3h 2m	18:06	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Waverley	3h 2m	10:05	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:08	Waverley	2h 57m	11:05	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	3h 2m	10:05	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:08	Waverley	2h 57m	11:05	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:04	Waverley	3h 2m	18:06	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Waverley	3h 2m	10:05	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:08	Waverley	2h 57m	11:05	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	3h 2m	10:05	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:08	Waverley	2h 57m	11:05	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:04	Waverley	3h 2m	18:06	Leeds	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:16 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just R 445, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage duration

262 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 269 - R 1 886	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 823 - R 5 449	Average duration3h 1m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 445 - R 658	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Leeds by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds start from R 823. The average price for this train route is around R 1 299. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Leeds?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Leeds is 3h 1m, covering a distance of 262 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 56m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Leeds route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Leeds?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Leeds departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 21:00.
Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Leeds?
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 Edinburgh to Leeds?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Edinburgh to Leeds?
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

09/12

R 1 249

10/12

R 1 249

Today

R 1 337

12/12

R 1 409

13/12

R 1 396

14/12

R 1 395

15/12

R 1 189

16/12

R 990

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Leeds was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 990

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

You can expect to pay from R 990 to R 4 059 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 990, which is on 2025-12-16.