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Check the bus schedule for Birmingham to Edinburgh. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £20
tomorrow
from £17
Wednesday
from £17
Thursday
from £17
Friday
from £29
Saturday
from £33
Sunday
from £31

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 20m
    0
    07:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    9h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    22:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    13:00
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    22:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    23:55
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    08:55
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 20m
    0
    07:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    11h 10m
    0
    20:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    23:55
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    08:55
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    23:55
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    9h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 20m
    0
    07:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    23:55
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    08:55
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    07:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    21:30
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    23:55
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 20m
    0
    07:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    9h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    09:25
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    21:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    20:15
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    22:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    09:25
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    21:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    22:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    20:15
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    13:00
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    23:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    07:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh via Carlisle, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 0m
      0
      07:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      13:25
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 25m
      0
      14:05
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    22:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    9h 25m
    0
    07:55
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    09:25
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    21:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    18:05
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    07:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh via Carlisle, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 0m
      0
      07:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      13:25
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 25m
      0
      14:05
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 25m
    0
    07:55
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    11h 10m
    0
    20:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    09:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    19:00
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    23:55
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    08:55
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh via Carlisle, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 0m
      0
      07:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      13:25
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 25m
      0
      14:05
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      17:30
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £10

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Birmingham and Edinburgh?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Birmingham to Edinburgh. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily coaches from Birmingham to Edinburgh. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 13 daily coaches between Birmingham and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 53 coaches from Birmingham to Edinburgh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Edinburgh, with 7 offers.

All facts for Birmingham to Edinburgh bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 13 times by bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh in one click. Book your Birmingham to Edinburgh bus ticket starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus £17
Fastest Bus 8h 35m
Earliest Coach 07:30
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 13 Ø
Distance 394.6 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

Every day, 13 buses from 2 coach companies leave Birmingham for Edinburgh. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 07/04/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 07/04
£38
Tuesday 08/04
£29
Wednesday 09/04
£17
Thursday 10/04
£17
Friday 11/04
£29
Saturday 12/04
£33
Sunday 13/04
£31
Monday 14/04
£20
Tuesday 15/04
£17
Wednesday 16/04
£17
Thursday 17/04
£20
Friday 18/04
£36
Saturday 19/04
£31
Sunday 20/04
£26
Monday 21/04
£20
Tuesday 22/04
£17
Wednesday 23/04
£17
Thursday 24/04
£17
Friday 25/04
£22
Saturday 26/04
£22
Sunday 27/04
£22
Monday 28/04
£17
Tuesday 29/04
£17
Wednesday 30/04
£16
Thursday 01/05
£17
Friday 02/05
£20
Saturday 03/05
£20
Sunday 04/05

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £17, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birmingham to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £33.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh, with £17. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Birmingham to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Birmingham to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Birmingham to Edinburgh timetable.

National Express from Birmingham to Edinburgh

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Birmingham to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £17
Fastest Coach 9h 5m
Earliest Coach 07:30
Last Coach 23:00
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 07/04/2025

FlixBus from Birmingham to Edinburgh

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Birmingham to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £25
Fastest Coach 8h 35m
Earliest Coach 13:00
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 07/04/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Edinburgh

Here is a map with all coach stations in Birmingham and Edinburgh. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Edinburgh.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Birmingham to Edinburgh. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Birmingham to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Birmingham Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Birmingham Edinburgh bus trip is available from £17 and takes 9h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £17 to £57. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Edinburgh.

How many connections are available for the Birmingham Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Birmingham to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 13 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Birmingham take?

The quickest coach from Birmingham to Edinburgh is provided by FlixBus and takes 8h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £34. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Birmingham at 07:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Birmingham at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Birmingham Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh from Birmingham?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Birmingham Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham Edinburgh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birmingham to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Birmingham and to Edinburgh

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