Bus Belfast to Edinburgh: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Belfast to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Belfast to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today

from $64

tomorrow

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from $64

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Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

10h 40m

0

10:20 AM

Belfast
Europa Bus Centre

9:00 PM

Edinburgh
Central bus station

0

Economy

$64

A Bus from National Express goes from Europa Bus Centre, Belfast (United Kingdom) at 6/26/2025 10:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/26/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
National Express

10h 15m

0

10:45 AM

Belfast
Stena Line

9:00 PM

Edinburgh
Central bus station

0

Economy

$64

A Bus from National Express goes from Stena Line, Belfast (United Kingdom) at 6/26/2025 10:45:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/26/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Did you know that if you travel from Belfast to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  7h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 PM
  
  Belfast
  Stena Line
  
  8:25 PM
  
  Glasgow
  Buchanan Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $44
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Stena Line, Belfast (United Kingdom) at 6/27/2025 2:45:00 PM to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/27/2025 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:35 PM
  
  Glasgow
  Buchanan Bus Station
  
  9:55 PM
  
  Edinburgh
  St Andrew's House Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 6/27/2025 8:35:00 PM to St Andrew's House Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/27/2025 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
Travel Time is 3h 5m shorter, and you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

10h 40m

0

10:20 AM

Belfast
Europa Bus Centre

9:00 PM

Edinburgh
Central bus station

0

Economy

$64

A Bus from National Express goes from Europa Bus Centre, Belfast (United Kingdom) at 6/28/2025 10:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/28/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
National Express

10h 15m

0

10:45 AM

Belfast
Stena Line

9:00 PM

Edinburgh
Central bus station

0

Economy

$64

A Bus from National Express goes from Stena Line, Belfast (United Kingdom) at 6/28/2025 10:45:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/28/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Did you know that if you travel from Belfast to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  14h 10m
  
  0
  
  6:50 AM
  
  Belfast
  Stena Line
  
  12:25 PM
  
  Glasgow
  Buchanan Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $44
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Stena Line, Belfast (United Kingdom) at 6/30/2025 6:50:00 AM to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/30/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
- National Express
  
  1h 5m
  
  0
  
  7:55 PM
  
  Glasgow
  Buchanan Bus Station
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 6/30/2025 7:55:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/30/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Travel time is 3h 55m longer, but you will save $14

Enjoy these deals on your way from Belfast to Edinburgh

National Express

Ends soon! Get 25% off bus tickets. Travel by Aug 31.

Valid to 6/30/2025

Facts about the bus from Belfast to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Belfast to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Belfast to Edinburgh starting from $64!

Cheapest Bus	$64
Fastest Bus	10h 15m
Earliest Bus	10:20 AM
Latest Bus	10:45 AM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	142.9 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Belfast to Edinburgh

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Belfast for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/26/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 06/22

Monday 06/23

Tuesday 06/24

Wednesday 06/25

Thursday 06/26

$64

Friday 06/27

Saturday 06/28

$64

Sunday 06/29

Monday 06/30

$64

Tuesday 07/01

Wednesday 07/02

Thursday 07/03

$64

Friday 07/04

Saturday 07/05

$64

Sunday 07/06

$64

Monday 07/07

$64

Tuesday 07/08

Wednesday 07/09

$64

Thursday 07/10

$64

Friday 07/11

$64

Saturday 07/12

$64

Sunday 07/13

Monday 07/14

Tuesday 07/15

$64

Wednesday 07/16

$64

Thursday 07/17

Friday 07/18

Saturday 07/19

How to save money travelling from Belfast 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 Belfast 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 Belfast 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 buses from Belfast to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Belfast to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between Belfast to Edinburgh from our users.

National Express from Belfast to Edinburgh

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

Cheapest Price	$64
Fastest Bus	10h 15m
Earliest Bus	10:20 AM
Last Bus	10:45 AM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	5/29/2025

All bus stations and stops in Belfast and Edinburgh

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Belfast and Edinburgh.

Europa Bus Centre

Glengall Street 10

Stena Line

West Bank Road 4

Lanyon Place Station

Glengall St

Albert Quay

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Service and Comfort on the bus from Belfast to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Belfast to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Belfast Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $64 and takes 10h 40m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $64 and $64. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.

On average, how many connections are available from Belfast to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Belfast to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Belfast to Edinburgh take?

The fastest bus from Belfast to Edinburgh is offered by National Express and takes 10h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $64. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Belfast to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Belfast starts at 10:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Belfast to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Belfast for Edinburgh starts at 10:45 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Belfast Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Belfast to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Belfast 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.

What can I take with me on the Belfast to Edinburgh bus route?

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 Belfast Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Belfast 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 traveling 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 Belfast to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Belfast and to Edinburgh

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