Compare all timetables for the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Glasgow to Edinburgh from various bus operators like Scottish Citylink, FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 10m8:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:10 AMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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FlixBus1h 20m7:30 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:50 PMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 20m7:20 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 22m5:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station6:22 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 19m5:30 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station6:49 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m7:30 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:50 PMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 23m4:45 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station6:08 PMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 23m6:15 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station7:38 PMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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National Express1h 10m7:30 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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FlixBus1h 10m8:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:10 AMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m7:30 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:50 PMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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FlixBus1h 10m8:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:10 AMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 10m7:30 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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National Express1h 5m7:55 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:00 PMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 20m4:30 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station5:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Monday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m7:30 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:50 PMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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FlixBus1h 10m8:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:10 AMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 20m4:30 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station5:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 22m5:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station6:22 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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National Express1h 20m7:20 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m7:30 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:50 PMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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FlixBus1h 10m8:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:10 AMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 20m7:20 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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National Express1h 5m7:55 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:00 PMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 20m4:30 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station5:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m7:30 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:50 PMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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FlixBus1h 10m8:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:10 AMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 20m4:30 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station5:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 22m5:00 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station6:22 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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National Express1h 20m7:20 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m7:30 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:50 PMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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FlixBus1h 10m7:45 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:55 AMEdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 20m7:20 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station8:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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National Express1h 5m7:55 PMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station9:00 PMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 20m4:30 AMGlasgowBuchanan Bus Station5:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Frequency of bus connections between Glasgow and Edinburgh
Tuesday
is the busiest day, with more than 199 daily buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 170 daily coaches between Glasgow and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 491 buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Glasgow and Edinburgh, with 114 offers.
Facts about the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Compare all providers like Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and National Express that travel 185 times every day by bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh starting from $5!
| Cheapest Bus | $5 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 5m |
| Earliest Bus | 5:00 AM |
| Latest Bus | 11:30 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 185 Ø |
| Distance | 41.7 miles |
| Bus Companies | Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and National Express |
Cheapest bus connections from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Every day, 185 buses from 3 bus companies leave Glasgow for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/19/2024 and for the following days.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
04/14
Monday
04/15
Tuesday
04/16
Wednesday
04/17
Thursday
04/18
Friday
04/19
$6
Saturday
04/20
$5
Sunday
04/21
$5
Monday
04/22
$5
Tuesday
04/23
$5
Wednesday
04/24
$5
Thursday
04/25
$5
Friday
04/26
$5
Saturday
04/27
$5
Sunday
04/28
$2
Monday
04/29
$2
Tuesday
04/30
$2
Wednesday
05/01
$2
Thursday
05/02
$5
Friday
05/03
$2
Saturday
05/04
$2
Sunday
05/05
$2
Monday
05/06
$2
Tuesday
05/07
$2
Wednesday
05/08
$2
Thursday
05/09
$2
Friday
05/10
$2
Saturday
05/11
The cheapest time to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh
With a price starting from $5, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $6.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh, with $5. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $5.
How to save money travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Edinburgh are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Glasgow to Edinburgh
These are the most booked bus companies between Glasgow to Edinburgh from our users.
FlixBus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Glasgow to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | $5 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 10m |
| Earliest Bus | 6:45 AM |
| Last Bus | 9:30 PM |
| Daily Connections | 45 Ø |
| Found on | 4/19/2024 |
National Express from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Glasgow to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | $5 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 5m |
| Earliest Bus | 7:20 AM |
| Last Bus | 7:55 PM |
| Daily Connections | 2 Ø |
| Found on | 4/19/2024 |
Scottish Citylink from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the Scottish Citylink bus route Glasgow to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | $5 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 19m |
| Earliest Bus | 5:00 AM |
| Last Bus | 11:30 PM |
| Daily Connections | 138 Ø |
| Found on | 4/19/2024 |
All bus stations and stops in Glasgow and Edinburgh
In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Glasgow to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Glasgow to Edinburgh bus
How much does a Glasgow Edinburgh bus trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $5 and takes 1h 20m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $5 and $25. 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 Glasgow to Edinburgh each day?
Every day, the Glasgow to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 185 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.
How long does a bus journey from Glasgow to Edinburgh take?
The fastest bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh is offered by National Express and takes 1h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $5. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Glasgow starts at 5:00 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 Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The latest bus trip departing from Glasgow for Edinburgh starts at 11:30 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 Glasgow Edinburgh route?
When traveling by bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with Scottish Citylink, 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 Glasgow and Edinburgh?
You can check all the direct connections between Glasgow 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: Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and National Express.
What can I take with me on the Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Glasgow to Edinburgh
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
Alternate transport types from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Glasgow to Edinburgh for the next days.
Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Glasgow to Edinburgh for the next days.-
London North Eastern Railway (LNER)1h 5m6:48 AMGlasgowCentral Station7:53 AMEdinburghWaverley StationEconomy
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ScotRail1h 34m6:38 AMGlasgowCentral Station8:12 AMEdinburghWaverley StationEconomy
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CrossCountry1h 8m12:35 PMGlasgowCentral Station1:43 PMEdinburghWaverley StationEconomy
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ScotRail0h 46m6:45 AMGlasgowQueen Street Station7:31 AMEdinburghHaymarket StationFirst Class
More bus routes from Glasgow and Edinburgh
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes from Glasgow and from Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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