London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$71

Average price

$94

Fastest journey

11 h 55 m

Average duration

13 h 30 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

505 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX737 · NX591
07:00AM11h55
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
06:55PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$711One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX777 · NX183
12:45AM16h35
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
05:20PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$1051One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA8 · NX594
06:50PM12h00
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
06:50AMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$1071One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €54.

Distance: 313 miles (505 km)

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€56

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Cheapest

€84

Average price

€108

Average price

11h 48m

Average total duration

11h 18m

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30m

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4h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 17m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

6h 3m

Average total duration

5h 33m

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30m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday, July 8
Last updated at 2:46 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX777 · NX183
Delayed
3:35 AM 11:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
16h35
4:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
1 transfer
Wednesday, July 9
national_expressNX737 · NX591
Delayed
9:10 AM 6:00 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
11h55
5:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNXA8 · NX594
On time
5:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
12h00
5:50 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh

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Buses from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by flight.
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
Flight from $33 (€26)
Distance
313 miles (505 km)
Average bus duration
11h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
$46 (€37)
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
11h 45m
First bus
06:00
Last bus
18:30
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $33 (€26)

Bus companies: National Express from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh

You can travel by bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as $45 (€36). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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 London Stansted Airport (STN) - 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.

Bus information from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 11 h 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $45
  • National Express frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh

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Popular bus stations from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh

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  • 06:00-23:00
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Elder Street
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  • Free Wi-Fi
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  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
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  • Available outside the main entrance.
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  • Elevators, ramps
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  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
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