Ingliston to Edinburgh bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Ingliston to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

$8

Average price

$9

Fastest journey

5 m

Average duration

6 m

Buses per day

24

Distance

10 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ingliston to Edinburgh will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.

Fast buses

Of the 24 buses that leave Ingliston for Edinburgh on Thu, Nov 06, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 10 km distance in an average of 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 7 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
07:02AM0h21
Ingliston, Park & Ride
07:23AMEdinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)
$81One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:02AM0h15
Ingliston, Park & Ride
07:17AMEdinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
$81One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:57AM0h19
Ingliston, Park & Ride
08:16AMEdinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
$81One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:57AM0h18
Ingliston, Park & Ride
09:15AMEdinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
$81One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:57AM0h32
Ingliston, Park & Ride
09:29AMEdinburgh, St Andrew's House
$81One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Ingliston to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ingliston to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.

Distance: 6 miles (10 km)

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€7

Average price

€3

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Cheapest

1h 0m

Average total duration

30m

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30m

Additional time*

34m

Average total duration

Fastest

4m

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30m

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Direct Options

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Ingliston to Edinburgh Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:02AM
Arrival Time
07:23AM
Duration
0h21
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:31AM
Arrival Time
07:49AM
Duration
0h18
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:57AM
Arrival Time
08:16AM
Duration
0h19
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:27AM
Arrival Time
09:02AM
Duration
0h35
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:57AM
Arrival Time
09:15AM
Duration
0h18
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:35AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
0h15
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$6

Live departures

Ingliston to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Ingliston to Edinburgh buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 2:18 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:02 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h21
7:23 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:02 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h15
7:17 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:02 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h05
7:07 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:02 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h29
7:31 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:31 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h18
7:49 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:31 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h33
8:04 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:31 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h25
7:56 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:31 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h06
7:37 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:57 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h19
8:16 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:57 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h35
8:32 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:57 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h26
8:23 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:57 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h07
8:04 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:27 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h07
8:34 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:27 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h35
9:02 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:27 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h26
8:53 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:27 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h19
8:46 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:57 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h18
9:15 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:57 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h32
9:29 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:57 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h24
9:21 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:57 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h06
9:03 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h15
9:50 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h21
9:56 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h29
10:04 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:35 AM Ingliston, Park & Ride
0h06
9:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh

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Buses from Ingliston to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by train.

There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 5m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $2 (€2)
Distance
6 miles (10 km)
Average bus duration
30m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
5m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $2 (€2)

Bus providers: Megabus, Scottish Citylink, Lothian Buses, Ember, Bright Bus from Ingliston to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Ingliston to Edinburgh with Megabus, Scottish Citylink, Lothian Buses, Ember, Bright Bus for as low as $2 (€2). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
18m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€5)
Scottish Citylink frequency
8 a day

Lothian Buses

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
18m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€5)
Lothian Buses frequency
28 a day

Ember

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Ember frequency
1 a day

Bright Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17m
Bright Bus frequency
14 a day

FAQs: Bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ingliston to Edinburgh by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Ingliston to Edinburgh can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Ingliston to Edinburgh is $12 (€10); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Ingliston to Edinburgh bus time is 30 min   covering the 6 mile (10 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh leaves at 6: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh leaves at 11: 34PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Ingliston to Edinburgh with Scottish Citylink, Bright Bus or Lothian Buses. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Ingliston to Edinburgh bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus, Scottish Citylink, Bright Bus, Ember or Lothian Buses. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services to Edinburgh from Ingliston to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Ingliston is worth doing with a journey time of 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh is January.
You have options as you can travel between Ingliston and Edinburgh 2 different ways: bus or train.
No, the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Edinburgh are:
  • Edinburgh Castle, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of the city and housing the Crown Jewels
  • Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano providing hiking trails and a vantage point over Edinburgh
  • The Royal Mile, a historic street connecting Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace, lined with shops and landmarks
  • Holyrood Palace, the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland, featuring beautiful gardens and historic architecture
  • The National Museum of Scotland, a museum showcasing Scottish history, culture, and natural history through diverse exhibits.
The best things to do in Edinburgh include:
  • Explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket, a historic marketplace with pubs, shops, and street performances
  • Enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults of Edinburgh
  • Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, known for its diverse range of shows
  • Visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, offering beautiful landscapes and plant collections
  • Discover the hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Ingliston to Edinburgh, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh.
    No, luggage for the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Ingliston to Edinburgh.

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    Popular bus stations from Ingliston to Edinburgh

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    The major bus station for departures in Ingliston is Ingliston, Park & Ride. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ingliston, Park & Ride for your trip from Ingliston to Edinburgh.
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