Bath to Edinburgh bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bath to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$33

Average price

$84

Fastest journey

13 h 15 m

Average duration

14 h 3 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

512 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bath to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bath to Edinburgh will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Bath for Edinburgh on Thu, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 512 km distance in an average of 14 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 14 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
04:19AM14h36
Bath
06:55PMEdinburgh
$331One-way
0 transfers
National Express
05:15PM13h35
Bath
06:50AMEdinburgh
$701One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:15AM14h40
Bath
06:55PMEdinburgh
$721One-way
0 transfers
National Express
05:57PM14h08
Bath
08:05AMEdinburgh
$1181One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
06:20PM13h15
Bath
07:35AMEdinburgh
$1261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Bath to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

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Flight

€57

Average price

Cheapest

€192

Average price

€95

Average price

14h 57m

Average duration

14h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 36m

Average duration

7h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 17m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 17m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Bath to Edinburgh bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, June 18
Last updated at 9:21 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX403 · NX591
Delayed
1:45 PM 3:15 AMBath, Bus Station
14h40
5:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:20 PM Bath, Bus Station
14h05
5:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX403 · NX594
On time
4:15 PM Bath, Bus Station
13h35
5:50 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressBLX39 · NX101 · NX1804:57 PM Bath, Bus Station
14h08
7:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 PM Bath, Bus Station
19h35
4:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station2 transfers
national_expressBL39 · NX100 · NX18310:00 PM Bath, Bus Station
18h20
4:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bath to Edinburgh

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Buses from Bath to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
317 miles (511 km)
Average bus duration
14h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$34 (€27)
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
10h 23m
First bus
03:50
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus from Bath to Edinburgh

Travel from Bath to Edinburgh from $33 (€27) with Omio’s bus partners National Express and FlixBus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Bath - Edinburgh bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Bath to Edinburgh bus information:

  • Average Duration: 11 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $33

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