4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Portsmouth to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
12 h 5 m
Average duration
13 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
590 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portsmouth to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Edinburgh will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
Of the 2 buses that leave Portsmouth for Edinburgh on Wed, Dec 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 10 the direct buses cover the 590 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 5 m .
On Wed, Dec 10 the slowest buses will take 15 h 35 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, bus, and flight for Portsmouth to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. 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 €30, and a train costs an average of €83.
Distance: 590 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price Cheapest | €142 Average price | €86 Average price |
13h 26m Average total duration 12h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m 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 - 3.5kg 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
Portsmouth to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Edinburgh buses for today, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX030 · NX591 | Delayed 6:29 PM 3:05 AMPortsmouth, University | 15h50 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX591 | Delayed 11:05 AM 3:20 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 15h35 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX594 | 3:05 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 15h45 | 6:50 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX594 | On time 6:29 PM Portsmouth, University | 12h21 | 6:50 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX594 | On time 6:45 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 12h05 | 6:50 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 2:20 AM Portsmouth | 15h35 | 5:55 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Portsmouth to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 590 km distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 590 km |
Average bus duration 12h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 5m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Portsmouth to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Edinburgh with National Express, Megabus for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Portsmouth to Edinburgh
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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
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