How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds cost?

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Leeds is R 1 069. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Leeds?

A train trip between Edinburgh and Leeds is around 3h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 263 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Edinburgh and Leeds?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to Leeds can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Leeds by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Leeds?

When taking the train from Edinburgh to Leeds, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway.

Train Edinburgh to Leeds from R 806

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:07	Waverley	3h 1m	20:08	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	16:07	Waverley	3h	19:07	Leeds	Fastest
Train	15:07	Waverley	3h 1m	18:08	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:07	Waverley	3h 1m	18:08	Leeds	No tags
Train	16:07	Waverley	3h	19:07	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Leeds on 19 November
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 20 November
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 21 November
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 24 November
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 25 November
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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:32 AM 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 407, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 30mAverage duration

262 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 297 - R 1 927	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 846 - R 5 496	Average duration3h 1m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 407 - R 673	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Leeds by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Leeds cost?
The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Leeds is R 1 069. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Leeds?
A train trip between Edinburgh and Leeds is around 3h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 263 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Edinburgh and Leeds?
The number of trains from Edinburgh to Leeds can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Leeds by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Leeds?
When taking the train from Edinburgh to Leeds, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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17/11

R 1 486

Today

R 993

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R 993

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R 993

21/11

R 1 395

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The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Leeds was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 993

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 993 to R 4 023 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 993, which is on 2025-11-20.