How much is the bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

The cheapest coach tickets from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh start from £13. The average price for this route is around £23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 123 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Middlesbrough to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

A bus journey from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29779 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Middlesbrough to Edinburgh from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 35m	21:35	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	4h 40m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:30	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 55m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	4h 40m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	5h 14m	23:14	Drum Brae	No tags

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 35m	21:35	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	6h 45m	17:20	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:30	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 55m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	6h 45m	17:20	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	5h 14m	23:14	Drum Brae	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

123 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£13 - £78	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £22	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Middlesbrough and Edinburgh?

Stops in Middlesbrough

A
Middlesbrough Bus Station
20 Cleveland Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2NX, UK
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Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,707 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11707 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £13

Flixbus Middlesbrough Edinburgh recent customer reviews

The 2 men had a great banter with us travellers, diverted when there was a lot of traffic that would hold us up further & did a quick stop at Border for photo opportunity which was fab

Paris F.

10 July 2025

National Express

4/529,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,291 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
The cheapest coach tickets from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh start from £13. The average price for this route is around £23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 123 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Middlesbrough to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
A bus journey from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29779 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/12

£19

22/12

£20

Today

£20

24/12

£20

25/12

£19

26/12

£37

27/12

£24

28/12

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The cheapest trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £19 to £83 for a bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-25.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.