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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum covering history, science, design and world cultures in a landmark Victorian building. A top all-round visit in the city.
Cheapest price
$190
Average price
$202
Fastest journey
2 d 10 m
Average duration
2 d 4 h 45 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
1667 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pisa to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to Edinburgh will cost around $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $190.
It's difficult to get from Pisa to Edinburgh without transferring at least 3 times.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $111. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, and a train costs an average of $1002.
Distance: 1035 miles (1667 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$208 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price | $1002 Average price |
46h 4m Average total duration 45h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 33m Average total duration 29h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pisa to Edinburgh:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pisa to Edinburgh costing on average $256 (€208).
A bus is $793 (€644) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pisa to Edinburgh costing on average $1002 (€813).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 29h 3m.
Bus takes on average 45h 34m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 48h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $314 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 48h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 48h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 48h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 45h45 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 45h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 45h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $212 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 43h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 42h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 53h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $247 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 53h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 38h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 53h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:56PM | Duration 53h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 55h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $246 |
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Edinburgh buses for today, Monday, June 15. 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 · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 45h45 | 6:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 42h55 | 7:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 55h31 | 11:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 55h04 | 11:14 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 49h25 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 55h36 | 11:46 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Pisa to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 45h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $111 (€90) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1035 miles (1667 km) distance in 38h 40m.
Distance 1035 miles (1667 km) |
Average bus duration 45h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€90) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 38h 40m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 11:45 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 covering history, science, design and world cultures in a landmark Victorian building. A top all-round visit in the city.
Major national art gallery on The Mound with Scottish and European masterpieces. Central, elegant and one of Edinburgh’s classic cultural stops.
Striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of figures from Scottish history and culture. Well regarded for both the collection and the building itself.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, courtyards, shops and major sights.
One of Edinburgh’s essential viewpoints, especially popular for sunrise and sunset photography. Famous for sweeping views over the city and Arthur’s Seat.
Ancient volcanic peak in Holyrood Park with the city’s most famous hike and outstanding panoramic views. A classic outdoor Edinburgh experience.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a peppery savoury pudding traditionally made with oats and offal, served with mashed turnips and potatoes. It is strongly associated with Edinburgh and Burns supps
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. Though from Cullen, it is a classic on Edinburgh menus and a comforting local staple
A traditional hearty soup of barley, root vegetables and usually lamb or mutton. It is a long-standing Scottish comfort food commonly found in pubs and cafes
A polished gastropub from Tom Kitchin, known for refined Scottish pub classics, seasonal produce and a warm neighbourhood atmosphere
A long-established seafood restaurant popular for Scottish mussels, fish dishes and a relaxed city-centre setting
A respected upscale seafood restaurant focused on high-quality Scottish fish and shellfish in an elegant contemporary space
Edinburgh is pricier than many UK cities, especially for hotels and dining in the centre during peak season.
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