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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
today
from £35
tomorrow
from £31
Sunday
from £28
Monday
from £31
Tuesday
from £29
Wednesday
from £29
Thursday
from £35

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 25m
    0
    06:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    19:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    16h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    22:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    18:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    08:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £49
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      07:30
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
      09:15
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      18:55
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    07:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    16h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • National Express
    9h 10m
    0
    22:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    07:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £49
  • FlixBus
    14h 20m
    0
    08:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £49

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    07:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    16h 51m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    16h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • FlixBus
    19h 5m
    0
    22:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • FlixBus
    18h 50m
    0
    22:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    06:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    16h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • National Express
    16h 51m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    22:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    14h 20m
    0
    08:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £49

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    14h 20m
    0
    08:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    18:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    16h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    06:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    22:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    06:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    18:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    16h 50m
    0
    00:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    16h 51m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    06:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    18:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    14h 5m
    0
    18:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    08:55
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    14h 30m
    0
    18:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    22:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      07:30
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
      09:15
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      18:55
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £3

Frequency of bus connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 13 daily coaches between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 54 coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh, with only 14 offers.

Facts about coaches from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 15 times every day by bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus £28
Fastest Bus 8h 40m
Earliest Coach 00:40
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 15 Ø
Distance 529.9 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Every day, 15 buses from 2 coach companies leave London Heathrow Airport for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 28/03/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 24/03
Tuesday 25/03
Wednesday 26/03
Thursday 27/03
Friday 28/03
£43
Saturday 29/03
£31
Sunday 30/03
£28
Monday 31/03
£31
Tuesday 01/04
£31
Wednesday 02/04
£33
Thursday 03/04
£31
Friday 04/04
£31
Saturday 05/04
£44
Sunday 06/04
£37
Monday 07/04
£31
Tuesday 08/04
£31
Wednesday 09/04
£31
Thursday 10/04
Friday 11/04
£37
Saturday 12/04
£37
Sunday 13/04
£37
Monday 14/04
£37
Tuesday 15/04
Wednesday 16/04
£37
Thursday 17/04
£40
Friday 18/04
Saturday 19/04
£33
Sunday 20/04

The cheapest time to travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £28, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £35.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, with £28. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

How to save money travelling from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from London Heathrow Airport 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 bus from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh from our users.

FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £29
Fastest Coach 13h 40m
Earliest Coach 00:40
Last Coach 22:45
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 25/03/2025

National Express from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £28
Fastest Coach 8h 40m
Earliest Coach 06:45
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 26/03/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh bus

How much does a London Heathrow Airport - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the London Heathrow Airport - Edinburgh route is available from £28 and takes 11h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

The connection London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £71. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the London Heathrow Airport - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 15 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from London Heathrow Airport take?

The quickest transfer from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is provided by National Express and takes 8h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £48. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from London Heathrow Airport at 00:40. 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 London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from London Heathrow Airport at 23:59. 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 London Heathrow Airport - Edinburgh route?

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

Is there a direct bus between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between London Heathrow Airport 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 transfer: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh from London Heathrow Airport?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport 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 transfer from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to London Heathrow Airport and to Edinburgh

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