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Are you looking for a cheap coach to Edinburgh? Compare all 6 coach companies to Edinburgh and find out departure and arrival times, all 26 coach stations in Edinburgh, travel times and of course the best prices for the 147 daily buses to Edinburgh.
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Local Time
Country United Kingdom
Currency British Pound
Bus connections 147
bus stations 26
cheapest ride £4
Most popular coach operators
megabusFlixBusNational ExpressScottish Citylink
Other companies are Parks of Hamilton and The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)

Cheap bus tickets to Edinburgh

  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 27m
    0
    01:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    02:27
    Edinburgh
    N St David St
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    09:15
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    10:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 30m
    0
    06:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Parks of Hamilton
    1h 25m
    0
    17:07
    Perth
    Bus Station
    18:32
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Parks of Hamilton
    Economy
    £7
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 23m
    0
    06:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    07:23
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    07:45
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    08:55
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    06:15
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    13:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 19m
    0
    05:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:49
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    2h 40m
    0
    16:45
    Newcastle upon Tyne
    John Dobson St
    19:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £13
  • Parks of Hamilton
    3h 57m
    0
    14:35
    Inverness
    Montague Row
    18:32
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Parks of Hamilton
    Economy
    £17
  • megabus
    9h 25m
    0
    10:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    19:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    06:20
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    15h 30m
    0
    08:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Central Bus Station
    23:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £54
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    15h 30m
    0
    08:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Central Bus Station
    23:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £73

Cheap train tickets to Edinburgh

  • ScotRail
    1h 43m
    0
    05:54
    Glasgow
    Kennishead Station
    07:37
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £21
  • TransPennine Express
    6h 14m
    0
    05:52
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    12:06
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £46
  • Northern
    3h 57m
    0
    05:43
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:40
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    10h 32m
    0
    00:42
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    11:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £180
On this page, we also show you the cheapest coach to Edinburgh over the next few days. You’ll also receive information about long-distance bus stops in Edinburgh which will help you find your way around. You will also find the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh.

Your route is not there? In the search bar, we have already filled Edinburgh as your destination. You just have to enter your place of departure. However, if you want to take the bus from Edinburgh, just click on the arrows to change the direction.

We have already set a default travel date. Generally, most people book 3-7 days in advance. If you want to check a specific date, simply select the corresponding day on the calendar to update your search.

Do you already know when you will return from Edinburgh? Then check the return trip straight away and simply select the appropriate date. Are you travelling with other people? Then indicate how many passengers are travelling with you to Edinburgh and start your search. The search results can be sorted by price, departure and arrival time. They can also be filtered according to stops or companies. Customize everything according to your needs.

By the way: If available, we will also show you information about other modes of transport, such as trains, carpooling and flights, with which you can get to Edinburgh.

All bus stops in Edinburgh

The most beloved coach stations in Edinburgh

FAQs about the bus route to Edinburgh

Is there a direct coach to Edinburgh?

Whether there is a direct coach route to Edinburgh depends on which city you are travelling from. Therefore, simply enter your starting city in our search to find out if there is a direct coach connection to Edinburgh. In this context, keep in mind that depending on the travel date, there may be fewer direct connections.

What can I take with me on my bus ride to Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel to Edinburgh with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. To find out whether you can take your bike, snowboard or skis with you, for example, simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment does the coach to Edinburgh have?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. Most coaches now have air conditioning, sockets and Wi-Fi on board. Services, such as Hand luggage and Free Luggage, are often free of charge. Some coach providers also offer additional services for an added fee, including Drinks and Snacks. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment and services available on the coach to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Which coach stops are there in Edinburgh?

There is a total of 26 coach stops in Edinburgh. Most coaches stop at Central bus station. Check out our map of Edinburgh to find the coach stop that suits you best.

Which coach companies go to Edinburgh?

There are 6 coach providers going to Edinburgh: megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Scottish Citylink, Parks of Hamilton and The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)

How can I find the best coach deals to Edinburgh?

Find the best ticket deals to Edinburgh easily with CheckMyBus. Just enter your starting city and travel date in our search and start searching. You can then filter the results according to your needs or sort them by price or travel time.

How much could I save by comparing coaches to Edinburgh?

How much you can save depends on the city from where you are travelling to Edinburgh. Usually you can save more by booking your ticket highly in advance. To find the cheapest offer to Edinburgh, go to our search, enter your starting city and travel date, and then start searching to find all the possible options.

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The most searched bus routes to Edinburgh

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
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Cities near Edinburgh

Cities in and around Edinburgh, such as Glasgow, Dundee and Paisley, are also served by national and international coaches. You can find all available offers by including them in your search. Simply use the sorting option to the left of the results and directly compare all trips. Find routes that connect Edinburgh with East Kilbride, Hamilton, Cumbernauld and many other places via public transport or city buses. In addition, we also show you airport buses to and from nearby airports, such as Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow Airport. Where timetables are available, we will also show other modes of transport in the local network.
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