Bus Plymouth to Edinburgh: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh

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

today

$103

tomorrow

Sunday

$82

Monday

$72

Tuesday

$93

Wednesday

$110

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 14m	11:59 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	9:13 PM	Edinburgh	Haymarket Bus Stop	Economy	$103	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/19/2025 11:59:00 PM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/20/2025 9:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 14m
FlixBus	17h 36m	11:59 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	5:35 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$103	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/19/2025 11:59:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 36m
FlixBus	21h 19m	11:59 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	9:18 PM	Edinburgh	Princes Street	Economy	$103	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/19/2025 11:59:00 PM to Princes Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/20/2025 9:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 19m
National Express	19h 40m	11:15 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$110	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/19/2025 11:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/20/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 40m
National Express	15h 20m	3:30 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:50 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$114	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/19/2025 3:30:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/20/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 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	16h 20m	3:55 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	8:15 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/21/2025 3:55:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
FlixBus	20h 23m	3:55 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	12:18 PM	Edinburgh	Haymarket Bus Stop	Economy	$83	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/21/2025 3:55:00 PM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 12:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 23m
FlixBus	20h 29m	3:55 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	12:24 PM	Edinburgh	Princes Street	Economy	$84	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/21/2025 3:55:00 PM to Princes Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 12:24:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 29m
National Express	14h 50m	5:25 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	8:15 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$85	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/21/2025 5:25:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/21/2025 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
National Express	16h 15m	3:50 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	8:05 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$97	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/21/2025 3:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	19h 10m	11:15 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$72	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/22/2025 11:15:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/23/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
FlixBus	20h 23m	3:55 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	12:18 PM	Edinburgh	Haymarket Bus Stop	Economy	$78	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/22/2025 3:55:00 PM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/23/2025 12:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 23m
FlixBus	16h 20m	3:55 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	8:15 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$78	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/22/2025 3:55:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/23/2025 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
National Express	15h 20m	5:10 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	8:30 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$96	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/22/2025 5:10:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m
National Express	15h 20m	3:30 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:50 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$112	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/22/2025 3:30:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/23/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	19h 10m	1:20 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	8:30 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$93	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/23/2025 1:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/23/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
National Express	15h 50m	3:30 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	7:20 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$101	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/23/2025 3:30:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/24/2025 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 50m
National Express	18h 25m	12:30 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$106	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/23/2025 12:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/23/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
National Express	19h 40m	11:15 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$110	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/23/2025 11:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/24/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Edinburgh via Carlisle, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  23h 33m
  
  0
  
  11:15 AM
  
  Plymouth
  Coach Station
  
  5:55 AM
  
  Carlisle
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $68
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/21/2025 11:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  4h 48m
  
  0
  
  6:00 AM
  
  Carlisle
  Bus Station
  
  10:48 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Haymarket Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/22/2025 6:00:00 AM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 48m
Travel time is 7h 43m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	18h 25m	12:30 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:55 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station		Economy	$110	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/24/2025 12:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/24/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
	National Express	15h 50m	3:30 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	7:20 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station		Economy	$114	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/24/2025 3:30:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/25/2025 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Edinburgh via Carlisle, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  23h 33m
  
  0
  
  11:15 AM
  
  Plymouth
  Coach Station
  
  5:55 AM
  
  Carlisle
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $68
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 12/21/2025 11:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  4h 48m
  
  0
  
  6:00 AM
  
  Carlisle
  Bus Station
  
  10:48 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Haymarket Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/22/2025 6:00:00 AM to Haymarket Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/22/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 48m
Travel time is 7h 43m longer, but you will save $29

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh is $41 on 1/6/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Plymouth and Edinburgh

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily buses from Plymouth to Edinburgh. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Plymouth and Edinburgh.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 15 buses from Plymouth to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Plymouth and Edinburgh, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 9 times every day by bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Plymouth to Edinburgh starting from $41!

Cheapest Bus	$41
Fastest Bus	14h 50m
Earliest Bus	11:15 AM
Latest Bus	3:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	9 Ø
Distance	387.5 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Plymouth to Edinburgh

Every day, 9 buses from 2 bus companies leave Plymouth for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/19/2025 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

$84

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

$82

Monday 12/22

$72

Tuesday 12/23

$114

Wednesday 12/24

$110

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$156

Saturday 12/27

$97

Sunday 12/28

$88

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

$80

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

$67

Friday 01/02

$64

Saturday 01/03

$67

Sunday 01/04

$58

Monday 01/05

Tuesday 01/06

$41

Wednesday 01/07

Thursday 01/08

Friday 01/09

$45

Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Plymouth to Edinburgh

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

With a price starting from $39, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $110.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plymouth to Edinburgh, with $39. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $92.

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

All bus stations and stops in Plymouth and Edinburgh

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

Coach Station

Armada Way 165

Marsh Mills

Plymouth Road 300

Port

University

Drake Circus 40

Bus Station Bretonside

Breton Side 4

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Plymouth to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Plymouth Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $41 and takes 19h 10m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $41 and $157. 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 Plymouth to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Edinburgh take?

The fastest bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh is offered by National Express and takes 14h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $85. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Plymouth starts at 11:15 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 Plymouth to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Plymouth for Edinburgh starts at 3:30 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 Plymouth Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Plymouth to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with 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 Plymouth and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Plymouth 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 and National Express.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Plymouth 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 9 daily trips between Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Edinburgh?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Plymouth and to Edinburgh

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