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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
1 d 17 h 38 m
Average duration
1 d 21 h 59 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1623 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Warsaw to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Edinburgh will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 7 buses that leave Warsaw for Edinburgh on Sun, May 31, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 1623 km distance in an average of 1 d 21 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 17 h 38 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 2 d 1 h 5 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Warsaw 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 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 4.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, and a train costs an average of $852.
Distance: 1008 miles (1623 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$165 Average price Cheapest | $192 Average price | $896 Average price | $385 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
38h 59m Average total duration 38h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 6m Average total duration 28h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.6 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.9 - 9.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Edinburgh:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Edinburgh costing on average $192 (€155).
A bus is $731 (€589) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Edinburgh costing on average $896 (€722).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 28h 36m.
Bus takes on average 38h 29m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:48AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 48h37 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $206 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 50h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 49h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 50h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $201 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 45h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 08:44AM | Duration 48h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 49h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 45h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 48h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 45h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 57h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 08:34AM | Duration 45h49 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 57h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 57h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 44h52 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:22AM | Duration 41h37 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $266 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:09AM | Duration 44h09 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 08:03AM | Duration 41h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 42h17 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 49h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 50h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 50h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:44PM | Duration 52h24 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 11:33PM | Duration 52h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 49h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 49h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:48PM | Duration 50h58 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 48h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:48PM | Duration 50h28 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 49h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 49h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 49h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 49h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:14PM | Duration 50h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 47h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:41PM | Duration 48h46 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $117 |
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Edinburgh buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 AM Warsaw | 48h37 | 5:25 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:05 PM Warsaw | 57h40 | 9:45 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Warsaw | 50h55 | 9:45 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Warsaw | 49h10 | 8:45 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Warsaw | 49h05 | 8:45 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 PM Warsaw | 48h40 | 8:45 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Warsaw | 49h05 | 9:45 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Warsaw to Edinburgh run on average 30 times per day, taking around 38h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $111 (€89) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1008 miles (1623 km) distance in 41h 37m.
Distance 1008 miles (1623 km) |
Average bus duration 38h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€89) |
Buses per day 30 |
Fastest bus 41h 37m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
The national art gallery in central Edinburgh, known for European masters and Scottish art. Easy to combine with Princes Street Gardens and the Royal Mile.
A striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of people who shaped Scottish history and culture. Popular for both the collection and the architecture.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street, linking the castle and Holyroodhouse through closes, courtyards, shops, and major heritage sites.
A central public garden below the castle with iconic skyline views, floral displays, and easy access to both Old and New Town sights.
One of the city’s classic viewpoints, known for panoramic views, monuments, and sunrise or sunset photography. Especially popular on social media.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savory pudding traditionally made with minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, closely associated with the northeast but widely loved in Edinburgh.
A hearty traditional soup made with barley, root vegetables, and usually lamb or mutton, valued as classic Scottish comfort food.
A popular gastropub by Tom Kitchin serving refined Scottish pub classics in a warm, stylish, and relaxed setting.
A long-established local favorite serving traditional Scottish dishes with local ingredients in a comfortable, accessible city-center setting.
One of Scotland’s oldest pubs, offering classic Scottish food and a historic tavern atmosphere slightly outside the city center.
Expensive by UK standards. Hotels peak in summer and festival season, while pubs and casual dining are more manageable.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not already included. Round up for taxis. Tips are optional in pubs and cafes.
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