The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
13 h 33 m
Average duration
14 h 59 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
605 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Edinburgh will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
NX025 · NX594
NX025 · NX594
NX025 · NX591
NX025 · NX591
NX025 · NX591
NX025 · NX594
NX025 · NX594
NX025 · NX591
NX025 · NX591
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Brighton to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a train costs an average of €88.
Distance: 605 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€55 Average price Cheapest | €142 Average price | €88 Average price |
13h 18m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Edinburgh buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:45 PM Brighton | 20h10 | 5:55 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 PM Brighton | 20h05 | 5:55 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 22 | |||||
NX025 · NX591 | 4:10 AM Brighton | 14h45 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX591 | 4:15 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 14h40 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Edinburgh
Buses from Brighton to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 02:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 605 km distance in 13h 33m.
Distance 605 km |
Average bus duration 12h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 13h 33m |
First bus 02:55 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brighton to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Edinburgh by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Brighton, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Brighton, Patcham, Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station and Brighton, Preston Circus. When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your journey in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Barnton Junction and Edinburgh, North Bridge.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brighton, Patcham, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brighton to Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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