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25/04/2025
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London to Edinburgh by bus

The journey from London to Edinburgh by bus is 332.22 mi and takes 12 hrs 37 mins. There are 67 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:10 and the last at 23:59. It is possible to travel from London to Edinburgh by bus for as little as £7.63 or as much as £81.66. The best price for this journey is £7.63.

Lowest Price £7.63
Journey Duration 12 hrs 37 mins
Connection per Day 67
Lowest Price £7.63
Highest Price £81.66
First Departure 00:10
Last Departure 23:59
Distance 332.22 mi
Departure London
Arrival Edinburgh
Carriers Megabus, FlixBus

London to Edinburgh Bus Times

Departure date
Friday, 25 Apr 2025

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Best time to book London to Edinburgh travel

Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

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 £16.80 to £34.47 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 51% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Edinburgh

The cheapest London - Edinburgh bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.49 if you’re lucky, or £20.96 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £25.11.

Find the best day to travel to Edinburgh by bus

When travelling to Edinburgh 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 London to Edinburgh
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London to Edinburgh 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 London to Edinburgh?
A bus ticket from London to Edinburgh is £35.38. 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 £7.63.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Edinburgh?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Edinburgh is £7.63. 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 London and Edinburgh by bus?
London to Edinburgh is 332.22 mi.
How long does the bus between London and Edinburgh take?
London to Edinburgh is on average 12 hrs 37 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 50 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Edinburgh?
The bus journey from London to Edinburgh 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 London to Edinburgh?
London to Edinburgh has 67 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Edinburgh leave?
The earliest bus from London to Edinburgh departs at 00:10. 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 London to Edinburgh depart?
The latest bus from London to Edinburgh departs at 23:59. 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 London to Edinburgh 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 £7.63 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 London to Edinburgh?
There are on average 23 direct connection(s) from London to go to Edinburgh.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Edinburgh by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Edinburgh is 7 hrs 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Edinburgh?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Edinburgh.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Edinburgh by bus?
The bus journey from London to Edinburgh creates 40.1kg of CO2 emissions.

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