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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh

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

today
$102
tomorrow
Monday
$71
Tuesday
Wednesday
$107
Thursday
$97
Friday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 17h 55m 12:30 PM Cambridge Parkside 6:25 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $102
FlixBus 17h 35m 12:50 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 6:25 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $102
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Edinburgh via Middlesbrough, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      17h 55m
      0
      12:30 PM
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      2:25 AM
      Middlesbrough
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 55m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Middlesbrough
      Bus Station
      6:25 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $27

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 17h 55m 12:30 PM Cambridge Parkside 6:25 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $71
FlixBus 17h 35m 12:50 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 6:25 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $71

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 17h 55m 12:30 PM Cambridge Parkside 6:25 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $107
FlixBus 17h 35m 12:50 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 6:25 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $107
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Edinburgh via Middlesbrough, you can save more than $33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 50m
      0
      12:50 PM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      2:25 AM
      Middlesbrough
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $53
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • National Express
      4h 40m
      0
      3:00 AM
      Middlesbrough
      Bus Station
      7:40 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $22
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $33

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 5m 9:30 AM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 9:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $97
FlixBus 12h 20m 9:15 AM Cambridge Parkside 9:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $98
FlixBus 13h 10m 5:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 6:25 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $107
FlixBus 12h 55m 5:30 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 6:25 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $107
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Edinburgh via Middlesbrough, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      17h 55m
      0
      12:30 PM
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      2:25 AM
      Middlesbrough
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 55m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Middlesbrough
      Bus Station
      6:25 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is 5h 50m longer, but you will save $22

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh is $39 on 1/6/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cambridge and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Cambridge and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Cambridge to Edinburgh. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Cambridge and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 8 buses from Cambridge to Edinburgh, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and Edinburgh, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cambridge to Edinburgh starting from $39!

Cheapest Bus $39
Fastest Bus 12h 5m
Earliest Bus 12:30 PM
Latest Bus 5:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 291.8 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cambridge to Edinburgh

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cambridge for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/20/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
Saturday 12/20
$102
Sunday 12/21
$55
Monday 12/22
$71
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
$107
Thursday 12/25
$97
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27
Sunday 12/28
$92
Monday 12/29
$111
Tuesday 12/30
Wednesday 12/31
Thursday 01/01
Friday 01/02
Saturday 01/03
Sunday 01/04
Monday 01/05
Tuesday 01/06
$39
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
$48
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Cambridge to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cambridge to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $43, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $101.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to Edinburgh, with $71. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $97.

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

Beloved bus companies from Cambridge to Edinburgh

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

FlixBus from Cambridge to Edinburgh

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $71
Fastest Bus 12h 5m
Earliest Bus 12:30 PM
Last Bus 5:30 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 12/16/2025

All bus stations and stops in Cambridge and Edinburgh

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Cambridge to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Cambridge Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $39 and takes 17h 55m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $39 and $107. 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 Cambridge to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Edinburgh take?

The fastest bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 12h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $97. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Cambridge starts at 12:30 PM. 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 Cambridge to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Cambridge for Edinburgh starts at 5:30 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 Cambridge Edinburgh route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Cambridge 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.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cambridge to Edinburgh?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Cambridge and Edinburgh. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cambridge to Edinburgh?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Cambridge and Edinburgh change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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