The average train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leeds takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 7:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Leeds at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Gateway and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) station and arriving at Leeds station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Leeds station.
The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leeds is 266 km. The road distance is 378 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 3h 4m.