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Are you looking for a cheap bus to Edinburgh? Compare all 7 bus companies to Edinburgh and find out departure and arrival times, all 29 bus stations in Edinburgh, travel times and of course the best prices for the 1790 daily buses to Edinburgh.
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Local Time
Country United Kingdom
Currency British Pound
Bus Routes 1790
Bus Stations 29
Cheapest Trip $5
Most popular Bus Companies
FlixBusNational ExpressmegabusScottish Citylink
Other companies are CrossCountry, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales

Cheap bus tickets to Edinburgh

  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    10:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $5
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Perth
    Broxden Park and Ride
    9:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • megabus
    0h 48m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Kinross
    Park and Ride Car Park
    8:33 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    $6
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 33m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Stirling
    Goosecroft Bus Station
    7:53 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Basic
    $7
  • megabus
    2h 29m
    0
    12:00 AM
    Cumbernauld
    Town Centre Stances
    2:29 AM
    Edinburgh
    N St David St
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    $14
  • Scottish Citylink
    2h 29m
    0
    12:00 AM
    Cumbernauld
    Town Centre Stances
    2:29 AM
    Edinburgh
    N St David St
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Basic
    $19
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 16m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Durham
    Central Station
    4:41 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    $21
  • CrossCountry
    2h 20m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    1:10 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $31
  • Transport for Wales
    5h 41m
    0
    4:37 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    10:18 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    $35
  • CrossCountry
    2h 21m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Durham
    Central Station
    5:11 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $40
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 15m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    1:10 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    $61
  • FlixBus
    22h 30m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • National Express
    19h 5m
    0
    1:20 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    8:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $75
  • National Express
    18h 5m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    6:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $80

Cheap train tickets to Edinburgh

  • CrossCountry
    1h 21m
    0
    12:22 PM
    Dundee
    Central Station
    1:43 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $8
  • TransPennine Express
    0h 51m
    0
    2:08 PM
    Berwick-upon-Tweed
    Central Station
    2:59 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $10
  • ScotRail
    1h 12m
    0
    6:14 PM
    Dundee
    Central Station
    7:26 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from $13
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 19m
    0
    3:40 PM
    Durham
    Central Station
    5:59 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $13
On this page, we also show you the cheapest bus tickets to Edinburgh over the next few days. You’ll also receive information about intercity bus stops in Edinburgh which will help you find your way around. You will also find the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh.

Your route is not there? In the search bar, we have already filled Edinburgh as your destination. You just have to enter your place of departure. However, if you want to take the bus from Edinburgh, just click on the arrows to change the direction.

We have already set a default travel date. Generally, most people book 3-7 days in advance. If you want to check a specific date, simply select the corresponding day on the calendar to update your search.

Do you already know when you will return by bus from Edinburgh? Then check the return trip straight away and simply select the appropriate date. Are you travelling to Edinburgh with other people? Then indicate how many passengers are joining you and start your search. The search results can be sorted by price, departure and arrival time. They can also be filtered according to stops or companies. Customize everything according to your needs.

By the way: If available, we will also show you information about other modes of transportation, such as trains, carpooling and flights, with which you can get to Edinburgh.

All bus stops in Edinburgh

The most beloved bus stations in Edinburgh

FAQs about the bus route to Edinburgh

Is there a direct bus to Edinburgh?

Whether there is a direct bus route to Edinburgh depends on which city you are traveling from. Therefore, simply enter your starting city in our search to find out whether there is a direct bus connection to Edinburgh. In this context, keep in mind that depending on the travel date, there may be fewer direct connections.

What can I take with me on my bus ride to Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel to Edinburgh with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. To find out whether you can take your bike, snowboard or skis with you, for example, simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment and amenities does the bus to Edinburgh have?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. Most buses now have air conditioning, sockets and Wi-Fi on board. Services, such as Hand luggage and Free Luggage, are often free of charge. Some bus providers also offer additional services for an added fee, including Drinks and Bicycle transport. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment and services available on the bus to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Which bus stops are there in Edinburgh?

There is a total of 29 bus stops in Edinburgh. Most buses stop at Central bus station. Check out our map of Edinburgh to find the bus stop that suits you best.

Which bus companies go to Edinburgh?

There are 7 bus providers going to Edinburgh: FlixBus, National Express, megabus, Scottish Citylink, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry and Transport for Wales

How can I find the best bus-deals to Edinburgh?

Find the best ticket deals to Edinburgh easily with CheckMyBus. Just enter your starting city and travel date in our search and start searching. You can then filter the results according to your needs or sort them by price or travel time.

How much could I save by comparing buses to Edinburgh?

How much you can save depends on the city from where you are travelling to Edinburgh. Usually, you can save more by booking your ticket highly in advance. To find the cheapest offer to Edinburgh, go to our search, enter your starting city and travel date, and then start searching to find all the possible options.

Why does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals to Edinburgh?

CheckMyBus connects directly to multiple real-time interfaces (APIs) to retrieve first-hand prices and schedules for 1790 daily connections from 7 different operators, including real-time seat availability for bus trips to Edinburgh. With validated and constantly updated information from reliable sources, you can easily compare all available options and choose the one that suits you best.

How does the CheckMyBus technology work for trips to Edinburgh?

Matching 7 operators arriving at 29 stations in Edinburgh, resulting in 1790 daily connections, requires advanced technology. CheckMyBus retrieves real-time data from booking partners and operators through direct API connections. All information is processed within our infrastructure and provided to you in real-time - within milliseconds.

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The most searched bus routes to Edinburgh

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Compare the bus with the other modes of transport to Edinburgh

Bus tickets are usually cheaper, but if you are in a hurry, a train or a flight may be the better option for your travels. Travel smarter by comparing prices and schedules for all available modes of transport! Here you have the most popular routes to Edinburgh.

Cities near Edinburgh

Cities in and around Edinburgh, such as Glasgow, Dundee and Paisley, are also served by national and international buses. You can find all available offers by including them in your search. Simply use the sorting option to the left of the results and directly compare all trips. Find routes that connect Edinburgh with East Kilbride, Hamilton, Cumbernauld and many other places via public transportation or city buses. In addition, we also show you airport shuttles to and from nearby airports, such as Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow Airport. Where schedules are available, we will also show other modes of transportation in the local network.
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