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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€75
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 24 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Edinburgh will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 27 buses that leave London for Edinburgh on Fri, Jan 02, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct buses cover the 534 km distance in an average of 8 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. 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 €34, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 534 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €137 Average price | €159 Average price |
8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Edinburgh buses for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 NX591 | On time 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h25 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h05 | 9:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 8h30 | 9:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h52 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h22 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h55 | 6:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX594 | On time 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h50 | 7:20 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h44 | 9:14 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h37 | 9:07 AM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h31 | 9:01 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 8h30 | 6:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h35 | 7:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX598 | On time 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h40 | 7:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 12h09 | 10:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 9h05 | 7:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h48 | 10:48 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h54 | 10:54 AM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| NX595 · NX591 | On time 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h25 | 10:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h39 | 10:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h42 | 11:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h16 | 8:15 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 2 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 7h50 | 8:15 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h16 | 11:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| NX421 · NX183 | On time 2:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 15h20 | 5:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Edinburgh
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Buses from London to Edinburgh run on average 21 times per day, taking around 7h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 534 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 534 km |
Average bus duration 7h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from London to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between London to Edinburgh with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as €27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Golders Green Station. When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station and Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 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.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
- Bus: 100, 200
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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