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

today
from $56
tomorrow
from $52
Thursday
from $39
Friday
from $54
Saturday
from $58
Sunday
from $58
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    6:45 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $56
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    8:30 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $57
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $65
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    8:05 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $65
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    8:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      9:15 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $21

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    6:45 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $52
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $58
  • National Express
    11h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $65
  • National Express
    17h 21m
    0
    11:59 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $79
  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    11:40 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    10:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $80
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      9:15 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    6:45 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    8:30 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $57
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    8:05 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    8:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $65
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      9:15 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 25m
    0
    6:45 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    7:10 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    8:05 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    14h 7m
    0
    8:25 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    10:32 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $66
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $68
  • FlixBus
    14h 9m
    0
    6:35 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    8:44 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $69
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      9:15 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $19

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $58
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $68
  • FlixBus
    12h 14m
    0
    8:30 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    8:44 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $68
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    8:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $69
  • FlixBus
    12h 34m
    0
    8:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    8:44 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $69
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than $23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      9:15 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $23

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    8:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $68
  • FlixBus
    13h 19m
    0
    8:10 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
    9:29 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $68
  • FlixBus
    12h 59m
    0
    8:30 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Bus Station
    9:29 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than $23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      9:15 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $23

Frequency of bus connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 42 buses from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, while Morning sees the fewest connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh, with 12 offers.

Facts about the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 9 times every day by bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh starting from $39!

Cheapest Bus $39
Fastest Bus 8h 40m
Earliest Bus 6:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 9 Ø
Distance 329.4 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Every day, 9 buses from 2 bus companies leave London Heathrow Airport for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/08/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/06
Monday 07/07
Tuesday 07/08
$51
Wednesday 07/09
$47
Thursday 07/10
$39
Friday 07/11
$54
Saturday 07/12
$58
Sunday 07/13
$58
Monday 07/14
Tuesday 07/15
$51
Wednesday 07/16
$48
Thursday 07/17
Friday 07/18
$43
Saturday 07/19
$43
Sunday 07/20
Monday 07/21
$58
Tuesday 07/22
$39
Wednesday 07/23
$33
Thursday 07/24
$39
Friday 07/25
$63
Saturday 07/26
Sunday 07/27
$58
Monday 07/28
$43
Tuesday 07/29
Wednesday 07/30
$43
Thursday 07/31
$39
Friday 08/01
Saturday 08/02

The cheapest time to travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $39, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $58.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, with $39. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $57.

How to save money travelling from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh from our users.

National Express from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price $39
Fastest Bus 8h 40m
Earliest Bus 6:45 AM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 7/5/2025

FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price $57
Fastest Bus 9h 55m
Earliest Bus 8:05 PM
Last Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 7/5/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh bus

How much does a London Heathrow Airport 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 12h 10m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $39 and $95. 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 London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 9 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh take?

The fastest shuttle from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is offered by National Express and takes 8h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $65. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from London Heathrow Airport starts at 6:45 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 shuttle from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from London Heathrow Airport for Edinburgh starts at 11:59 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 London Heathrow Airport Edinburgh route?

When traveling by shuttle from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with National Express and 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 London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between London Heathrow Airport 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: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the London Heathrow Airport 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 shuttle from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to London Heathrow Airport and to Edinburgh

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