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

today

$57

tomorrow

$54

Sunday

$40

Monday

$37

Tuesday

$34

Wednesday

$34

Thursday

$34

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	14h 40m	4:30 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	7:10 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$57	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 4:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
National Express	16h 20m	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:20 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$63	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
National Express	11h 45m	9:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	8:45 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$72	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	15h 13m	8:40 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	11:53 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:40:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:53:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 13m
FlixBus	15h 1m	8:40 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	11:41 PM	Edinburgh	Haymarket Bus Stop	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:40:00 AM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:41:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 1m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	14h 10m	4:45 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$54	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 4:45:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
FlixBus	13h 25m	6:50 PM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	8:15 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 6:50:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
National Express	13h 10m	6:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	7:40 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$57	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 6:30:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
FlixBus	16h 38m	5:40 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:18 AM	Edinburgh	Haymarket Bus Stop	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 5:40:00 PM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 38m
FlixBus	17h 3m	7:15 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	12:18 PM	Edinburgh	Haymarket Bus Stop	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 7:15:00 PM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 12:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 3m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	16h 20m	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:20 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
National Express	11h 15m	9:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	8:15 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 9:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
National Express	14h 10m	4:45 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$45	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 4:45:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
FlixBus	17h 8m	5:40 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:48 AM	Edinburgh	Haymarket Bus Stop	Economy	$67	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 5:40:00 PM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 8m
FlixBus	17h 14m	5:40 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:54 AM	Edinburgh	Princes Street	Economy	$67	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 5:40:00 PM to Princes Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:54:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 14m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	16h 20m	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:20 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
National Express	11h 30m	9:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	8:30 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
National Express	14h 25m	4:30 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$42	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
FlixBus	15h 6m	8:40 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	11:46 PM	Edinburgh	Princes Street	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 8:40:00 AM to Princes Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 6m
FlixBus	17h 21m	4:00 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	9:21 AM	Edinburgh	Princes Street	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:00:00 PM to Princes Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 9:21:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 21m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	16h 20m	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:20 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
National Express	11h 10m	9:20 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	8:30 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 9:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
National Express	14h 40m	4:15 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$42	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 4:15:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
FlixBus	13h 25m	6:50 PM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	8:15 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 6:50:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
FlixBus	15h 6m	8:40 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	11:46 PM	Edinburgh	Princes Street	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 8:40:00 AM to Princes Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 6m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	16h 20m	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:20 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
National Express	11h 10m	9:20 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	8:30 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 9:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
FlixBus	13h 5m	5:20 PM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:20:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
FlixBus	13h 20m	5:05 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$52	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:05:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
FlixBus	17h 43m	5:05 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:48 AM	Edinburgh	Haymarket Bus Stop	Economy	$53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:05:00 PM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 43m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	16h 20m	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:20 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
National Express	11h 10m	9:20 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	8:30 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$36	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 9:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
National Express	14h 40m	4:15 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 4:15:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
FlixBus	13h 25m	6:50 PM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	8:15 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 6:50:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
FlixBus	15h 13m	8:40 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	11:53 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 8:40:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 11:53:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 13m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bristol to Edinburgh is $34 on 12/9/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bristol and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Bristol and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily buses from Bristol to Edinburgh. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 24 daily coaches between Bristol and Edinburgh.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 65 buses from Bristol to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Edinburgh, with 32 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bristol to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 26 times every day by bus from Bristol to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh starting from $34!

Cheapest Bus	$34
Fastest Bus	11h 10m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Latest Bus	7:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	26 Ø
Distance	311.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Bristol to Edinburgh

Every day, 26 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bristol for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$57

Saturday 12/06

$43

Sunday 12/07

$67

Monday 12/08

$40

Tuesday 12/09

$34

Wednesday 12/10

$34

Thursday 12/11

$34

Friday 12/12

$45

Saturday 12/13

$44

Sunday 12/14

$43

Monday 12/15

$44

Tuesday 12/16

$43

Wednesday 12/17

$41

Thursday 12/18

$40

Friday 12/19

$53

Saturday 12/20

$55

Sunday 12/21

$52

Monday 12/22

$58

Tuesday 12/23

$54

Wednesday 12/24

$57

Thursday 12/25

$58

Friday 12/26

$78

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $34, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bristol to Edinburgh. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Edinburgh, with $34. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $47.

How to save money travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bristol to Edinburgh

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

National Express from Bristol to Edinburgh

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

Cheapest Price	$34
Fastest Bus	11h 10m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Last Bus	7:45 PM
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Edinburgh

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

UWE

Coldharbour Lane

Coach Station

Cannon Street/Whitson St

Bond Street

Bond Street 34

Clifton Down

Whiteladies Road 1-3

University Queens Rd

Queens Road

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

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 Bristol to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from Bristol to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bristol to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Bristol to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Bristol Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $34 and takes 16h 20m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $34 and $132. 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 Bristol to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Bristol to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 26 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Bristol to Edinburgh is offered by National Express and takes 11h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $34. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Bristol starts at 1:00 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 Bristol to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Bristol for Edinburgh starts at 7:45 PM. 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 Bristol Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Bristol to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with FlixBus and 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 Bristol and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol 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: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Bristol and to Edinburgh

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