Edinburgh to London bus

Thu, Sep 19
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Cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to London

Showing times and prices for Sep 19

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Megabus
11:00AM8h55
Edinburgh
07:55PMLondon
$411One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Megabus
11:00AM9h25
Edinburgh
08:25PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$411One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
National Express
10:35AM10h45
Edinburgh
09:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$531One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:00PM9h20
Edinburgh
07:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$651One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
10:35PM9h10
Edinburgh
07:45AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$661One-way
0 transfers

Bus schedule from Edinburgh to London

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 19
FlixBus
09:05AM10h05
Edinburgh
07:10PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers
FlixBus
09:05AM9h30
Edinburgh
06:35PMLondon
0 transfers
National Express
10:35AM10h45
Edinburgh
09:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers
Megabus
11:00AM8h55
Edinburgh
07:55PMLondon
0 transfers
Megabus
11:00AM9h25
Edinburgh
08:25PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers
Megabus
11:45AM10h25
Edinburgh
10:10PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
05:25PM12h55
Edinburgh
06:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
FlixBus
07:50PM11h35
Edinburgh
07:25AMLondon
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:45PM9h00
Edinburgh
05:45AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:45PM8h30
Edinburgh
05:15AMLondon
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:50PM12h00
Edinburgh
08:50AMLondon
1 transfer
National Express
10:00PM9h20
Edinburgh
07:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers
Megabus
10:35PM9h10
Edinburgh
07:45AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers
Megabus
10:35PM8h40
Edinburgh
07:15AMLondon
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:40PM8h20
Edinburgh
07:00AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:40PM7h50
Edinburgh
06:30AMLondon
0 transfers
Megabus
11:35PM8h00
Edinburgh
07:35AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:40PM9h10
Edinburgh
08:50AMLondon
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:40PM9h45
Edinburgh
09:25AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Edinburgh to London?

The best time to book your bus from Edinburgh to London is 42 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Edinburgh to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Edinburgh to London.

Bus times from Edinburgh to London

Showing times and prices for Sep 19

Fastest Journey

7 h 50 m

Average

9 h 38 m

Buses per day

19

Distance

534 km

Of the 19 buses that leave Edinburgh for London every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
FlixBus
10:40PM7h50
Edinburgh
06:30AMLondon
$781One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Megabus
11:35PM8h00
Edinburgh
07:35AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$691One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:40PM8h20
Edinburgh
07:00AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$781One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:45PM8h30
Edinburgh
05:15AMLondon
$1061One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
10:35PM8h40
Edinburgh
07:15AMLondon
$661One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to London

distanceDistance330 miles (533 km)
durationAverage bus duration7 h 50 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$63 (€53)
frequencyBus frequency7 a day
changesDirect busYes, there are 7 direct buses a day
carriersBus providersMegabus, National Express or FlixBus

Buses from Edinburgh to London cover the 330 miles (533 km) long trip taking on average 7 h 50 min with our travel partners like Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Normally, there are 7 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $63 (€53), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $27 (€23). Travelers depart most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.

Bus companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from Edinburgh to London

For as little as $24 (€20) you can travel by bus between Edinburgh and London with Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

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 Edinburgh - London 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.

Bus information from Edinburgh to London with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 9 h
  • Cheapest Price: $33

Buses Edinburgh to London

There is a bus service between Edinburgh and London several times a day. The journey lasts on average 10 hours

Which bus companies drive from Edinburgh to London?

Travellers can reach the British capital by bus from Edinburgh to London in just a few hours from the Scottish metropolis. The route is served by National Express buses.

How long does the bus ride from Edinburgh to London take?

A direct trip by bus from Edinburgh to London takes about 10 hours. If you change trains, the journey takes about 13 hours.

How often can I travel by bus from Edinburgh to London?

There are three daily bus services between Edinburgh and London and around 20 a week. The first bus from Edinburgh to London leaves at 06:30 at Elder Street bus station, the last bus leaves the Scottish capital at 21:30.

Bus stations on the route Edinburgh - London?

At which bus station does the bus depart in Edinburgh? The bus station "Elder Street" is located in Edinburgh's so-called "New Town" not far from the main train station "Edinburgh Waverley". From here you can easily explore the historic city centre on foot, take a train or bus for excursions or onward journeys to other cities.

At which bus station does the bus arrive in London? London's "Victoria Coach Station" is the largest bus station in the British metropolis and has excellent transport connections. The train station "Victoria Station" and the underground station "Victoria" are in the immediate vicinity. Bus number 38 takes about 0:30 hrs to get to London city centre

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FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to London

FAQs: Take the bus from Edinburgh to London with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to London.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to London can start from as little as $27 (€23) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Edinburgh to London is $63 (€53); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Edinburgh to London bus travel time is 7 h 50 min   for the 330 mile (533 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Edinburgh to London leaves at 8: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Edinburgh to London leaves at 10: 59 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct buses a day from Edinburgh to London with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Edinburgh to London, you can count on Megabus, National Express or FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service to London from Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a bus from Edinburgh to London is March.
You have options as you can travel between Edinburgh and London 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

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