- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world’s most visited museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and French masterworks. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$193
Fastest journey
21 h 10 m
Average duration
22 h 40 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
874 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Paris will cost around $193 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Paris without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a train costs an average of $467.
Distance: 543 miles (874 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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$130 Average price Cheapest | $148 Average price | $467 Average price | $240 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Paris:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Paris costing on average $148 (€119).
A bus is $338 (€272) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Paris costing on average $467 (€376).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 2m.
Bus takes on average 12h 53m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:04AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 23h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:09AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 23h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $253 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:24AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 25h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:39AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 25h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:37PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 21h08 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $196 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $111 |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Paris buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:37 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 21h08 | 5:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 20h00 | 5:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 23h15 | 10:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 21h20 | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 24h05 | 9:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:24 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 24h01 | 9:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 23h55 | 9:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 23h46 | 9:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 23h50 | 12:05 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 21h10 | 9:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Edinburgh to Paris run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 543 miles (874 km) distance in 19h 15m.
Distance 543 miles (874 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 19h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The world’s most visited museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and French masterworks. Essential for first-time visitors.
A landmark museum in a former railway station, celebrated for its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections including Monet, Degas, and Van Gogh.
Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, known for its bold inside-out architecture and major international exhibitions.
A historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists’ heritage, stairways, and some of the city’s most photographed viewpoints.
One of Paris’s most characterful neighborhoods, blending elegant architecture, boutiques, small museums, and lively streets ideal for walking.
The city’s famous grand avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, best known for monumental urban scenery.
A buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a staple of Parisian breakfasts and bakery culture.
Classic French onion soup from Paris, made with caramelized onions, broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese.
A beloved Paris bistro classic of seared steak served with fries, prized for its simple, satisfying format.
Well-known Basque-influenced bistro celebrated for hearty French cuisine and an energetic dining room.
Popular crêperie specializing in high-quality Breton galettes and cider in a stylish casual atmosphere.
Famous Paris institution known for steak-frites with its signature sauce and bustling, no-choice formula.
Paris is expensive by European standards, especially for hotels and dining. Bakeries, set lunches, and transit help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés and bars.
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Paris Quai De Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
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