Bus Swindon to Edinburgh: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Swindon to Edinburgh

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

today

tomorrow

$46

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

$62

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	15h 25m	6:20 AM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	9:45 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square		Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/20/2026 6:20:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/20/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
	FlixBus	13h 40m	4:45 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square		Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/20/2026 4:45:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/21/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	12h 25m	6:00 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square		Economy	$62	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/24/2026 6:00:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/25/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
	FlixBus	15h 25m	6:20 AM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	9:45 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square		Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/24/2026 6:20:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/24/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Swindon to Edinburgh via Birmingham, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  13h 50m
  
  0
  
  6:20 AM
  
  Swindon
  Central Bus Station
  
  11:05 AM
  
  Birmingham
  Great Charles St Queensway
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/25/2026 6:20:00 AM to Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/25/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
- National Express
  
  8h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:00 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Coach Station
  
  8:10 PM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $30
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 1/25/2026 12:00:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/25/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Swindon to Edinburgh is $42 on 1/26/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Swindon and Edinburgh

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

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Swindon to Edinburgh. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Swindon and Edinburgh.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 buses from Swindon to Edinburgh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Swindon and Edinburgh, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Swindon to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Swindon to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Swindon to Edinburgh starting from $42!

Cheapest Bus	$42
Fastest Bus	12h 25m
Earliest Bus	6:20 AM
Latest Bus	6:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	308.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Swindon to Edinburgh

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Swindon for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/18

Monday 01/19

Tuesday 01/20

$46

Wednesday 01/21

Thursday 01/22

Friday 01/23

Saturday 01/24

$62

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

$42

Tuesday 01/27

$44

Wednesday 01/28

Thursday 01/29

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Swindon to Edinburgh

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

With a price starting from $44, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Swindon to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $62.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Swindon to Edinburgh, with $46. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $61.

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

All bus stations and stops in Swindon and Edinburgh

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

Central Bus Station

New Bridge Cl

Stratton Park

A420 Oxford Road

Central Station

Common Head

Marlborough Road

Freshbrook

Gt. Western Way

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Swindon to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Swindon to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Swindon Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $42 and takes 15h 25m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $42 and $63. 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 Swindon to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Swindon to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Swindon to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 12h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $62. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Swindon to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Swindon starts at 6:20 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 Swindon to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Swindon for Edinburgh starts at 6:00 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 Swindon Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Swindon 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 Swindon and Edinburgh?

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Swindon to Edinburgh?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Swindon and to Edinburgh

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