Bus Chester to Edinburgh - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chester to Edinburgh

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

today

$55

tomorrow

Saturday

Sunday

$59

Monday

$56

Tuesday

Wednesday

$54

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	17h 5m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	5:35 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$55	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 12:30:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 5m
FlixBus	18h 55m	11:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 11:30:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
FlixBus	15h 20m	4:15 PM	Chester	Bus Interchange	7:35 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$69	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 4:15:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	18h 55m	11:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 11:30:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
FlixBus	15h 20m	4:15 PM	Chester	Bus Interchange	7:35 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$64	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 4:15:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m
FlixBus	17h 5m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	5:35 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 12:30:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	18h 55m	11:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 11:30:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
FlixBus	17h 5m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	5:35 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$67	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:30:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 5m
FlixBus	15h 20m	4:15 PM	Chester	Bus Interchange	7:35 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$69	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:15:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	17h 5m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	5:35 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:30:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 5m
FlixBus	15h 20m	4:15 PM	Chester	Bus Interchange	7:35 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$58	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 4:15:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m
FlixBus	18h 55m	11:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:30:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chester to Edinburgh is $52 on 12/3/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chester and Edinburgh

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Chester to Edinburgh. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Chester and Edinburgh.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 buses from Chester to Edinburgh, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Chester and Edinburgh, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chester to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Chester to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chester to Edinburgh starting from $52!

Cheapest Bus	$52
Fastest Bus	15h 20m
Earliest Bus	12:30 AM
Latest Bus	4:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	191.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chester to Edinburgh

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Chester for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 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

$55

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

$59

Monday 12/08

$56

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$54

Thursday 12/11

$60

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

$64

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$62

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

$72

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Chester to Edinburgh

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

With a price starting from $54, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chester to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $59.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chester to Edinburgh, with $54. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $58.

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

All bus stations and stops in Chester and Edinburgh

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

Bus Interchange

Frodsham Street 65

Northgate

Hunters Walk

Central Bus Station

Central Station

Vicar's Lane

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chester to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Chester to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Chester Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $52 and takes 17h 5m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $52 and $69. 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 Chester to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Chester to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Chester to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 15h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $69. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chester to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Chester starts at 12:30 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 Chester to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Chester for Edinburgh starts at 4:15 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 Chester Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Chester 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 Chester and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Chester 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 Chester 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 Chester 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 Chester 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 Chester to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Chester and to Edinburgh

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