🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to Leicester
2 direct routes · about 495 min · first bus 21:10, last bus 21:10 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 | National Express | ~495 min | 1 | 21:10 | 21:10 | Bus Station (Gate J-Stance 16) |
| 183 | National Express | ~510 min | 1 | 11:45 | 11:45 | Bus Station (Gate J-Stance 16) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Edinburgh to Leicester?
2 routes run directly from Edinburgh to Leicester: the 180 (National Express), the 183 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to Leicester?
Around 495 minutes on the 180, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to Leicester?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 180) leaves around 21:10 and the last around 21:10. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Leicester?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.