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16/07/2025
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Edinburgh to London by bus

The journey from Edinburgh to London by bus is 332.22 mi and takes 11 hrs 53 mins. There are 64 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:35 and the last at 23:40. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to London by bus for as little as £16.89 or as much as £99.75. The best price for this journey is £16.89.

Lowest Price £16.89
Journey Duration 11 hrs 53 mins
Connection per Day 64
Lowest Price £16.89
Highest Price £99.75
First Departure 06:35
Last Departure 23:40
Distance 332.22 mi
Departure Edinburgh
Arrival London
Carriers Megabus, FlixBus

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £17.35 to £36.43 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 52% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to London

The cheapest Edinburgh - London bus tickets can be found for as low as £17.53 if you’re lucky, or £21.68 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £28.16.

Find the best day to travel to London by bus

When travelling to London by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Megabus, FlixBus and National Express from Edinburgh to London
Compare services on board when travelling from Edinburgh to London by bus.
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Edinburgh to London CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
37.43kg
Bus
40.1kg
Flight
106.93kg
Car
85.55kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Edinburgh to London?
A bus ticket from Edinburgh to London is £39.40. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £16.89.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to London is £16.89. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and London by bus?
Edinburgh to London is 332.22 mi.
How long does the bus between Edinburgh and London take?
Edinburgh to London is on average 11 hrs 53 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 50 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to London?
The bus journey from Edinburgh to London is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Megabus, FlixBus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Edinburgh to London?
Edinburgh to London has 64 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Edinburgh to London leave?
The earliest bus from Edinburgh to London departs at 06:35. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Edinburgh to London depart?
The latest bus from Edinburgh to London departs at 23:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to London in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £16.89 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Edinburgh to London?
There are on average 23 direct connection(s) from Edinburgh to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to London by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Edinburgh and London is 7 hrs 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Edinburgh to London?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Edinburgh and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to London by bus?
The bus journey from Edinburgh to London creates 40.1kg of CO2 emissions.

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