Birmingham to Edinburgh Bus

  • Lowest price from £31.97
  • Average duration 9h 1m
  • Connections per day 8
  • Distance 395 km
  • CO₂ per person 35 kg

bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh

The journey from Birmingham to Edinburgh is about 395 km. On average a bus trip takes 9h 1m with 8 connections per day.

Lowest price £31.97
Trip duration 9h 1m
Connections per day 8
Lowest price £31.97
Highest price £51.96
First departure 08:00 PM
Last departure 11:00 PM
Distance 395 km
Departure Birmingham
Arrival Edinburgh
Travel operator National Express, Flixbus
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How can I get the cheapest bus tickets to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

When you're traveling from Birmingham to Edinburgh, you can expect to pay an average of approximately £41.20. You might be able to find prices as low as £31.97, but it all depends on how you travel. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest bus tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as bus ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper bus tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.
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When you're traveling from Birmingham to Edinburgh, you can expect to pay an average of approximately £41.20. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest bus tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as bus ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper bus tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.

How much time will it take to go from Birmingham to Edinburgh by bus?

The distance between Birmingham to Edinburgh is approximately 395 km. In general, it will take you about 9h 1m to complete the journey between the two cities. However, it is important to remember that journey times may vary according to a number of factors, including seasonal weather conditions, local events or diversions, and the type of terrain that must be crossed. Keep this in mind if you are intending to make a later connection, and always plan accordingly. In order to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh faster, consider looking for an express service that makes fewer stops along the way. Conversely, a connecting route may, in some circumstances, be faster than a direct journey. The fastest routes between Birmingham and Edinburgh will complete the journey in 7h 50m.On average, it will take you about 9h 1m to travel the 395 km between Birmingham and Edinburgh.

At what time of the day can I travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The first daily departure from Birmingham to Edinburgh leaves at 08:00 PM, while the last journey of the day sets out at 11:00 PM. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Birmingham and Edinburgh. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking. If you prefer to travel at night, you will usually find the first departure from Birmingham to Edinburgh leaving at 08:00 PM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last departure of the night leaves at 11:00 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays.

How many times a day do journeys run from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

You will be able to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh using companies such as . Combined, these providers offer an average of 8 journeys each day. This average figure may not necessarily reflect your chosen travel dates. On certain days of the week, there may be more or less journeys available. At the busiest times, there will be up to departures available in a single day. You can choose to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh using both direct and indirect routes. These options will help you find a journey that suits your budget, your time frame, and the circumstances of your trip. There are, on average, 3 direct connections from Birmingham to Edinburgh each day. Indirect connections add more possibilities, giving you extra flexibility when traveling. In an average day, you will find 5 journeys with at least one change. These figures may vary at certain times of year, and some routes might not run every day of the week. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

National Express27.65 kg CO₂
07:30Coach Station
9h 20m
16:50Bus Station
≈ £19.59 €22.76
direct
National Express27.65 kg CO₂
22:30Coach Station
9h 35m
08:05Bus Station
≈ £22.42 €26.05
direct
National Express27.65 kg CO₂
22:55Birmingham International Airport
9h 10m
08:05Bus Station
≈ £22.42 €26.05
direct

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

National Express £33.49
04:40 Birmingham International Airport
9h 45m · 1 changes
16:50 Bus Station
National Express £29.22
07:30 Coach Station
9h 50m · direct
17:20 Bus Station
National Express £52.50
07:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h 20m · direct
16:50 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express £22.76
07:30 Coach Station
9h 20m · direct
16:50 Bus Station
National Express £76.50
07:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h 50m · direct
17:20 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express £87.70
07:45 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h 5m · 1 changes
17:20 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express £32.27
09:00 Coach Station
8h 20m · 1 changes
18:55 Bus Station
National Express £104.00
09:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
8h 20m · 1 changes
18:55 Edinburgh - Any hotel
FlixBus £49.02
13:00 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
8h 45m · 1 changes
22:50 114233
FlixBus £76.32
18:05 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
11h · 1 changes
06:25 Bus Station
FlixBus £65.30
19:30 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
11h 30m · 1 changes
07:35 Bus Station
National Express £34.59
20:30 Coach Station
7h 50m · 2 changes
07:40 Bus Station
National Express £80.40
20:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
7h 50m · 2 changes
07:40 Edinburgh - Any hotel
FlixBus £45.35
21:30 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
10h 15m · 1 changes
08:15 Bus Station
National Express £85.30
22:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h 35m · direct
08:05 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express £26.05
22:30 Coach Station
9h 35m · direct
08:05 Bus Station
National Express £26.05
22:55 Birmingham International Airport
9h 10m · direct
08:05 Bus Station
National Express £39.23
23:00 Coach Station
8h 55m · 1 changes
10:25 Bus Station
National Express £90.70
23:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
8h 55m · 1 changes
10:25 Edinburgh - Any hotel
FlixBus £48.50
23:55 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
7h 40m · 1 changes
09:00 114233
FlixBus £48.50
23:55 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
7h 25m · 1 changes
08:55 Bus Station
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Carriers on this route

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National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 27.65kg
bus 29.63kg
flight 79kg
carpool 63.2kg

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