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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland's flagship museum covers science, design, natural history, and world cultures in a landmark building with excellent family appeal.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
38 m
Buses per day
46
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kinross to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 46 buses that leave Kinross for Edinburgh on Sun, Aug 09, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct buses cover the 31 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 36 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest buses will take 41 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kinross to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $13 (€10) compared to roughly $53 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€32). The journey takes 54m versus 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus, Park's of Hamilton, Ember, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 12:17AM | Arrival Time 12:58AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 12:51AM | Arrival Time 01:26AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 01:49AM | Arrival Time 02:43AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 03:22AM | Arrival Time 04:17AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 12:49PM | Arrival Time 01:34PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 01:07PM | Arrival Time 01:52PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 01:17PM | Arrival Time 02:19PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 01:19PM | Arrival Time 02:04PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 01:49PM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:12PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 02:06PM | Arrival Time 02:51PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 02:07PM | Arrival Time 02:52PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 02:13PM | Arrival Time 03:19PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 02:19PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 03:07PM | Arrival Time 03:52PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 03:12PM | Arrival Time 04:19PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 03:19PM | Arrival Time 04:04PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 04:03PM | Arrival Time 04:49PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 04:07PM | Arrival Time 04:56PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 04:12PM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 04:19PM | Arrival Time 05:22PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 05:04PM | Arrival Time 05:49PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 05:07PM | Arrival Time 05:56PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 05:12PM | Arrival Time 06:19PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 05:24PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 05:58PM | Arrival Time 06:42PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 06:06PM | Arrival Time 07:16PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Park's of Hamilton | Departure Time 06:07PM | Arrival Time 06:52PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 06:24PM | Arrival Time 07:09PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 06:59PM | Arrival Time 07:41PM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 07:07PM | Arrival Time 07:52PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 07:19PM | Arrival Time 08:04PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:26PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:41PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 08:08PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 08:19PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Park's of Hamilton | Departure Time 08:27PM | Arrival Time 09:08PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 08:58PM | Arrival Time 09:36PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 09:06PM | Arrival Time 09:57PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 09:19PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 09:37PM | Arrival Time 10:18PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 09:57PM | Arrival Time 10:33PM | Duration 0h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 10:06PM | Arrival Time 10:57PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 10:12PM | Arrival Time 11:12PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 10:32PM | Arrival Time 11:13PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 11:31PM | Duration 0h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 11:17PM | Arrival Time 11:58PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 11:27PM | Arrival Time 12:29AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
The table below shows live departures for Kinross to Edinburgh buses for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:49 PM Park And Ride | 0h45 | 1:34 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:07 PM Park And Ride | 0h45 | 1:52 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Kinross Park And Ride | 0h45 | 1:55 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:17 PM Kinross Park And Ride | 1h02 | 2:19 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:19 PM Park And Ride | 0h45 | 2:04 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:49 PM Park And Ride | 0h45 | 2:34 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Park And Ride | 1h07 | 3:12 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:06 PM Kinross Park And Ride | 0h45 | 2:51 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:07 PM Park And Ride | 0h45 | 2:52 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:13 PM Kinross Park And Ride | 1h06 | 3:19 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:19 PM Park And Ride | 0h45 | 3:04 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:05 PM Kinross Park And Ride | 0h45 | 3:50 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:07 PM Park And Ride | 0h45 | 3:52 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:12 PM Kinross Park And Ride | 1h07 | 4:19 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:19 PM Park And Ride | 0h45 | 4:04 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:03 PM Kinross Park And Ride | 0h46 | 4:49 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:07 PM Park And Ride | 0h49 | 4:56 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:12 PM Kinross Park And Ride | 1h07 | 5:19 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:19 PM Park And Ride | 1h03 | 5:22 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Kinross to Edinburgh run on average 44 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
Scotland's flagship museum covers science, design, natural history, and world cultures in a landmark building with excellent family appeal.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance onward, set dramatically on The Mound in the city centre.
Gallery of modern and contemporary art in a neoclassical building with sculpture park, strong changing exhibitions, and a peaceful setting.
Historic spine of the Old Town linking the castle and palace, lined with closes, landmarks, performers, shops, and layered city history.
Elegant shopping boulevard in the New Town with castle views, gardens below, major monuments, and strong access to central attractions.
Extinct volcano in Holyrood Park climbed for sweeping city views, sunrise walks, and one of Edinburgh's most memorable outdoor experiences.
A rich savoury pudding of sheep offal, oats, suet, onion and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties. Scotland’s national dish and central to Burns Suppers.
Mashed turnips and potatoes, usually served with haggis. This classic Scottish side is a staple of traditional Edinburgh meals.
A hearty soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions in milk or cream. Strongly linked to Scotland’s fishing heritage and widely loved in Edinburgh.
Refined Scottish fine dining in the Balmoral Hotel, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic oyster bar and restaurant serving Scottish seafood, shellfish and game in a lively, classic Victorian dining room.
Celebrated modern Scottish restaurant focused on local produce, creative small plates and a relaxed but high-quality neighbourhood feel.
Edinburgh is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels surge in festival season, dining is mid-to-high, and transit is reasonable but not especially cheap for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kinross 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.

Most Kinross to Edinburgh buses use the Kinross, Park and Ride to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Ingliston, Airport (Stance C). Use this guide to compare Kinross and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kinross, Park and Ride has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Kinross, Park and Ride. ATMs are available at Kinross, Park and Ride.
Ticket office support is available at Kinross, Park and Ride.
Available at Kinross, Park and Ride: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kinross, Park and Ride: Ramp access available.
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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