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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 £26
tomorrow
from £31
Saturday
from £21
Sunday
from £31
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £24

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    08:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    05:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Leeds, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • megabus
      8h 15m
      0
      09:20
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      12:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      12:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      17:35
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    08:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    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 Leeds, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • megabus
      8h 15m
      0
      09:20
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      12:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      12:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      17:35
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    09:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    09:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    23:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Edinburgh via Leeds, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • megabus
      8h 15m
      0
      09:20
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      12:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      12:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      17:35
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    00:25
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:05
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    08:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    05:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33

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.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Leicester to Edinburgh. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Leicester and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 coaches from Leicester to Edinburgh, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Edinburgh, with 9 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 £21!

Cheapest Bus £21
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 21/11/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 18/11
Tuesday 19/11
Wednesday 20/11
Thursday 21/11
£26
Friday 22/11
£31
Saturday 23/11
£21
Sunday 24/11
£32
Monday 25/11
Tuesday 26/11
Wednesday 27/11
£24
Thursday 28/11
£26
Friday 29/11
£34
Saturday 30/11
Sunday 01/12
£31
Monday 02/12
Tuesday 03/12
Wednesday 04/12
Thursday 05/12
£22
Friday 06/12
£31
Saturday 07/12
Sunday 08/12
£24
Monday 09/12
£21
Tuesday 10/12
Wednesday 11/12
Thursday 12/12
£21
Friday 13/12
£24
Saturday 14/12
£24
Sunday 15/12

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 £21, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to Edinburgh. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £31.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Edinburgh, with £21. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

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 £21
Fastest Coach 7h 10m
Earliest Coach 00:25
Last Coach 10:05
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 20/11/2024

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 20/11/2024

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 £21 and takes 7h 30m. 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 £21 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 £34. 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.
  • CrossCountry
    6h 30m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    12:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £68
  • East Midlands Railway
    6h 26m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    12:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £94
  • East Midlands Railway
    6h 26m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    12:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £105
  • East Midlands Railway
    6h 26m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    12:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    First Class
    from £192

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