🚌 Bus from Leicester to Edinburgh
2 direct routes · about 495 min · first bus 23:55, last bus 23:55 (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 | 23:55 | 23:55 | St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SY) |
| 183 | National Express | ~505 min | 1 | 08:55 | 08:55 | St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SY) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Leicester 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 Leicester to Edinburgh?
2 routes run directly from Leicester to Edinburgh: the 180 (National Express), the 183 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Leicester to Edinburgh?
Around 495 minutes on the 180, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Leicester to Edinburgh?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 180) leaves around 23:55 and the last around 23:55. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Leicester to Edinburgh?
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.