Bus from London to Edinburgh: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Edinburgh on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
Drum BraeCheapest
FlixbusBus
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
Bus StationFastest
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Bus StationNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
    		Bus StationNo tags
    MegabusBus
      		Finchley Road
      		Edinburgh Airport No tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 550, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      8h 40mAverage duration
      534 kmDistance
      22kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceR 432 - R 3 746Average duration12h 1m
      13kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceR 928 - R 8 516Average duration4h 30m
      13kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average priceR 550 - R 1 401Average duration8h 40m
      22kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Edinburgh by bus

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Edinburgh?

        The cheapest bus tickets from London to Edinburgh start at R 432. The average price for this route is around R 839. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from London to Edinburgh?

        The average bus journey time from London to Edinburgh is 12h 1m, covering a distance of 539 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the London to Edinburgh route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 80 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK, The Airline.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Edinburgh?

        The earliest bus departs from London to Edinburgh at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Edinburgh?

        A bus trip from London to Edinburgh produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. What is the best bus company from London to Edinburgh?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is The Airline, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 310 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Edinburgh?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company The Airline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Edinburgh?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Edinburgh?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is The Airline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
      13/12
      R 853
      14/12
      R 916
      Today
      R 916
      16/12
      R 822
      17/12
      R 823
      18/12
      R 898
      19/12
      R 1 062
      20/12
      R 1 067
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Edinburgh was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 822

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

      You can expect to pay from R 822 to R 2 290 for a bus ticket from London to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 822, which is on 2025-12-16.

      Usually FlixBus 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.

      What's the cheapest way to go from London to Edinburgh?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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