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The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€5

Average price

€7

Fastest journey

1 h 2 m

Average duration

1 h 12 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

67 km

Cheap tickets

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 €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Edinburgh on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 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 Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 23 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.

FlixBus
03:35PM1h27
Glasgow Central (GLC)
05:02PMEdinburgh
51One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
06:05PM1h02
Glasgow Central (GLC)
07:07PMEdinburgh
61One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:15AM1h10
Glasgow Central (GLC)
09:25AMEdinburgh
71One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
07:35PM1h20
Glasgow Central (GLC)
08:55PMEdinburgh
71One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
10:00PM1h27
Glasgow Central (GLC)
11:27PMEdinburgh
101One-way
0 transfers

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 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 67 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€7

Average price

Cheapest

€20

Average price

1h 47m

Average total duration

1h 17m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Megabus

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ScotRail

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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, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 5:12 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h24
7:29 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h17
7:22 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
7:16 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h02
7:07 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h17
7:47 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
7:41 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h02
7:32 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h24
7:54 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h24
8:14 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h17
8:07 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
8:01 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h02
7:52 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
5h30
12:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
2h30
9:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
5h40
12:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
8:31 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h02
8:22 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h17
8:37 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h24
8:44 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1837:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h10
8:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h10
8:55 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h02
8:52 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h17
9:07 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
9:01 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h24
9:14 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h40
12:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h20
9:55 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h14
9:49 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h28
10:03 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h05
9:40 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
10:18 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
10:09 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
10:24 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
10:32 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h40
12:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX591
On time
9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h10
10:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
10:48 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
10:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
11:02 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
10:54 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
11:18 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
11:32 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
11:09 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
11:24 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
2h40
12:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX18310:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h10
11:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
12:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
11:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
11:48 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
11:54 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
6h05
5:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h05
3:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
8h00
6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
12:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
12:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
12:24 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
12:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
6h10
5:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
12:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
1:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
12:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
12:54 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
1:24 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
1:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
1:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
1:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
5h10
5:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
1:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
1:54 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
2:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
1:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
6h00
6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h05
5:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
2:24 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
2:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
2:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
2:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h10
5:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
2:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
2:54 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
2:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
3:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
3:24 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
3:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
3:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
3:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
5h10
7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h10
5:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
3:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
4:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
3:54 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
3:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
4:24 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
4:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
4:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
4:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h10
7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
4:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
5:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
4:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
4:54 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
5:24 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
5:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
5:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
5:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
5:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
5:54 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
5:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
6:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h00
7:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
6h35
11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h05
9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
6:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
6:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
6:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
6:24 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
6:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h27
7:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
6:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h19
6:54 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h18
7:23 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
7:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h26
7:31 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h04
7:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h16
7:51 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
7:46 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h24
7:59 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h02
7:37 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
8:16 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h23
8:28 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h02
8:07 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h16
8:21 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h20
8:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h16
8:51 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h02
8:37 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h23
8:58 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
8:46 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1807:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h05
9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h08
9:13 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h00
9:05 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h20
9:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
9:18 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h08
9:43 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h20
9:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h13
9:48 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h00
9:35 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
10:16 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
0h58
10:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h18
10:23 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h06
10:11 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h15
10:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
0h58
10:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
10:46 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h18
10:53 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h06
10:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h18
11:23 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
11:16 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
0h58
11:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h06
11:11 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
11:46 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h18
11:53 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
0h58
11:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h06
11:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h06
12:16 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h18
12:28 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
1h11
12:21 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
0h58
12:08 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh

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Buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh run on average 107 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 94 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest bus covers the 67 km distance in 1h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
67 km
Average bus duration
1h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Buses per day
107
Direct buses
94
Fastest bus
1h 2m
First bus
05:05
Last bus
21:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Scottish Citylink from Glasgow Central (GLC) to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Scottish Citylink for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
€5
FlixBus frequency
112 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€7
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
€9
Megabus frequency
106 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
€16
Scottish Citylink frequency
43 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh coach time is 59 min   covering the 67 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh leaves at 04: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh without having to change trains with Megabus, FlixBus or Scottish Citylink. There are 90 direct coaches from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh coach with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus or Scottish Citylink. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Glasgow Central (GLC) is worth doing with a journey time of 59 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh is January.
You have options as you can travel between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Edinburgh 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh.
    No, luggage for the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh.

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    Popular bus stations from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh

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    DiningDining
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    TaxisTaxis
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    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Elder Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café at the Station (in the station)
    • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
    • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
    Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
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    carConnection
    Car connection
    Eastfield Road
    Public transit options for Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
    • Bus: 100, 200
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    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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