The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 5 buses that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Edinburgh on Sat, Mar 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 18 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 67 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 2:24 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h50 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h55 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 2:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 2:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 2:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h10 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 5:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 2:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 2:54 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 3:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 3:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 3:27 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 3:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 3:21 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h10 | 5:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 3:57 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 3:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 3:51 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h31 | 4:06 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 4:29 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 4:11 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h33 | 4:38 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 4:23 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 5:14 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 4:58 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 4:46 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 5:28 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 5:44 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 5:16 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h00 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 6:05 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 6:14 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 5:58 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 5:46 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h05 | 12:55 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h40 | 11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 6:31 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h21 | 6:26 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 6:16 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h34 | 6:39 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 6:52 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 7:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 6:57 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 6:43 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 7:23 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 7:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 7:31 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 7:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 7:51 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 7:46 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 7:59 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:37 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:16 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:07 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 8:21 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 8:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 8:51 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:37 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 8:58 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:46 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX180 | 7:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 9:13 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h00 | 9:05 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 9:18 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 9:43 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 9:48 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h00 | 9:35 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 10:16 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 10:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 10:23 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 10:11 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 10:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 10:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 10:46 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 10:53 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 10:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 11:23 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 11:16 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 11:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 11:11 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 11:46 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 11:53 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 11:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 11:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 12:16 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 12:28 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 12:21 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 12:08 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:20 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h17 | 8:37 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h19 | 10:54 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh
Buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh run on average 121 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 104 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 67 km distance in 58m.
Distance 67 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 121 |
Direct buses 104 |
Fastest bus 58m |
First bus 06:05 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Glasgow Central (GLC) to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) 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.

- 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 Glasgow Central (GLC) 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- Bus: 100, 200
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