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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€42
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€56
Fastest journey on Sep 05
7 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
7 h 58 m
Buses on Sep 05
26
Distance
533 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 26 buses from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London, including 15 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 533 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus11:15 PM8h05Edinburgh, Bus Station7:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€421One-way0 transfers- FlixBus11:15 PM7h35Edinburgh, Bus Station6:50 AMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€421One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:05 AM10h15Edinburgh, Bus Station7:20 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€441One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:05 AM9h40Edinburgh, Bus Station6:45 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€441One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:05 AM9h35Edinburgh, Bus Station8:40 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€441One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:40 PM7h35Edinburgh, Bus Station6:15 AMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€471One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:15 PM7h35Edinburgh, Bus Station6:50 AMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€421One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:40 PM8h05Edinburgh, Bus Station6:45 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€471One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:15 PM8h05Edinburgh, Bus Station7:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€421One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:45 PM8h30Edinburgh, Bus Station5:15 AMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, while a train costs an average of €78.
Distance: 533 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€45 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price | €55 Average price | €160 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 51m Average total duration 8h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London:
A bus is €10 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London costing on average €55.
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London costing on average €78.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 14m.
Bus takes on average 8h 21m.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 13h10 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 12h35 | 8:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h55 | 6:50 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h30 | 7:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX591 | 10:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h45 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX591 · NX030 · NX025 | 10:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h55 | 12:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
| NX591 · NX025 · NX025 | 10:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h55 | 12:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h05 | 8:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h35 | 8:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX183 · NX210 · NX035 | 11:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 17h05 | 4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
| NX183 · NX210 · NX032 | 11:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 16h45 | 4:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
| NX183 · NX595 | 5:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h00 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h00 | 5:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h30 | 5:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX594 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h55 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX594 · NX032 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h30 | 7:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 1 transfer | |
| NX598 | 10:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h45 | 7:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX598 · NX035 · NX032 | 10:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 12h10 | 10:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 7h35 | 6:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h05 | 6:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 7h35 | 6:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h05 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h00 | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h25 | 8:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London
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Buses from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:40, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 533 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 533 km |
Average bus duration 8h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 5:40 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to LondonYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
Getting to London, Earl's Court from London city centre
London, Earl's Court is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Earl's Court bus station facilities and services
London, Earl's Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London, Earl's Court. ATMs are available at London, Earl's Court.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Earl's Court.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Earl's Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Earl's Court: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
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