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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leicester to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £33
tomorrow
from £26
Monday
from £19
Tuesday
from £21
Wednesday
from £26
Thursday
from £24
Friday
from £31

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 25m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    10h 55m
    0
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 20m
    0
    09:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      7h 25m
      0
      10:05
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      11:25
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      6h 0m
      0
      11:30
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    10h 55m
    0
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 20m
    0
    09:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 25m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      7h 25m
      0
      10:05
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      11:25
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      6h 0m
      0
      11:30
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    10h 55m
    0
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 25m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 25m
    0
    08:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 25m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    10h 55m
    0
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 25m
    0
    08:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      7h 25m
      0
      10:05
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      11:25
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      6h 0m
      0
      11:30
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 25m
    0
    08:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    11h 25m
    0
    05:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      7h 25m
      0
      10:05
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      11:25
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      6h 0m
      0
      11:30
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel Time is 0h 45m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    10h 55m
    0
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 25m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 25m
    0
    08:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    11h 25m
    0
    05:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      7h 25m
      0
      10:05
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      11:25
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      6h 0m
      0
      11:30
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 35m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 25m
    0
    08:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    11h 25m
    0
    05:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      7h 25m
      0
      10:05
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      11:25
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      6h 0m
      0
      11:30
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £13

Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Leicester and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Leicester to Edinburgh. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Leicester and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 13 coaches from Leicester to Edinburgh, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Edinburgh, with 12 offers.

Facts about coaches from Leicester to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Leicester to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leicester to Edinburgh starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 7h 10m
Earliest Coach 00:25
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 391.9 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Leicester to Edinburgh

Every day, 5 buses from 2 coach companies leave Leicester for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/10/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 30/09
Tuesday 01/10
Wednesday 02/10
Thursday 03/10
Friday 04/10
Saturday 05/10
£33
Sunday 06/10
£26
Monday 07/10
£19
Tuesday 08/10
£26
Wednesday 09/10
£26
Thursday 10/10
£24
Friday 11/10
£31
Saturday 12/10
Sunday 13/10
£31
Monday 14/10
Tuesday 15/10
£26
Wednesday 16/10
£26
Thursday 17/10
Friday 18/10
£32
Saturday 19/10
£32
Sunday 20/10
Monday 21/10
£26
Tuesday 22/10
Wednesday 23/10
£26
Thursday 24/10
Friday 25/10
£30
Saturday 26/10
£26
Sunday 27/10

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £33.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Edinburgh, with £19. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £21.

How to save money travelling from Leicester to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Leicester to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Leicester to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Leicester to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Leicester to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between Leicester to Edinburgh from our users.

FlixBus from Leicester to Edinburgh

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Leicester to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 7h 10m
Earliest Coach 00:25
Last Coach 21:20
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 04/10/2024

National Express from Leicester to Edinburgh

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Leicester to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 8h 10m
Earliest Coach 05:25
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 04/10/2024

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Edinburgh

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Leicester and Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Leicester to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Leicester to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Leicester to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Leicester - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leicester - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £19 and takes 10h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Leicester to Edinburgh?

The connection Leicester to Edinburgh is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £46. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Leicester - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Leicester to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Leicester take?

The quickest coach from Leicester to Edinburgh is provided by FlixBus and takes 7h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £39. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Leicester at 00:25. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Leicester to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Leicester at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Leicester - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Leicester to Edinburgh can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh from Leicester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Leicester Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Leicester Edinburgh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Leicester to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Leicester to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Alternate transport types from Leicester to Edinburgh

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Leicester to Edinburgh for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Leicester to Edinburgh for the next days.
  • East Midlands Railway
    Save more than 0%
    6h 26m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    12:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £106
  • CrossCountry
    Save more than 0%
    5h 49m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    11:37
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £124
  • East Midlands Railway
    Save more than 0%
    6h 23m
    0
    05:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    12:13
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    First Class
    from £169
  • East Midlands Railway
    Save more than 0%
    5h 54m
    0
    05:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    11:44
    Edinburgh
    South Gyle Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £195

More bus routes to Leicester and to Edinburgh

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Leicester and to Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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Bus Nuneaton to Leicester
Bus Bristol to Leicester
Bus Rugby to Leicester
Bus Ayr to Edinburgh
Bus Glasgow to Edinburgh
Bus London to Edinburgh
Bus Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Popular Airport Transfers to Leicester and to Edinburgh
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