- Must visit
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
$7
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
172
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 172 buses that leave Glasgow for Edinburgh on Sat, Jun 20, 155 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 67 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 56 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 58 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Glasgow to Edinburgh:
A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Edinburgh costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $102 (€84) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $93 (€77). The journey takes 1h 13m versus 1h 10m 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 FlixBus, Megabus, National Express, 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:41AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:31AM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:49AM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:16AM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:53AM | Duration 1h33 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:21AM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:04AM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:09AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:02AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 11:32AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 11:39AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 12:24PM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 12:48PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 01:18PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:54PM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:27PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:51PM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 04:11PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 04:46PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:28PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:58PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:16PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 06:57PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:23PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:59PM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:21PM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:58PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:13PM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 09:48PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 10:11PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:46PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:16PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:33PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:08AM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus | 5:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h56 | 6:11 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 6:25 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 7:31 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 7:23 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:07 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h12 | 7:17 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 7:49 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h07 | 7:37 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h34 | 8:04 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 7:56 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h35 | 1:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 8:16 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h14 | 8:04 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h33 | 8:23 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h42 | 8:32 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h30 | 12:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX183 | On time 7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 8:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h33 | 8:53 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h42 | 9:02 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h14 | 8:34 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 8:46 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 8:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h35 | 1:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h31 | 9:21 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 9:29 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h25 | 9:15 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 9:03 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h29 | 10:04 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 9:50 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h21 | 9:56 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 9:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 10:09 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 10:24 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 10:18 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 10:32 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 10:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h05 | 1:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 11:02 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 10:54 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 10:48 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 10:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 11:32 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 11:18 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 11:24 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 11:09 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h05 | 1:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX183 | On time 10:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 11:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 11:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 11:54 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 11:48 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 12:24 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 12:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 12:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h45 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h50 | 3:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h50 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 12:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 1:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 12:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 12:54 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 1:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 1:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 1:24 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h10 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 2:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 1:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 1:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 1:54 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h50 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h55 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 2:24 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 2:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 2:32 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 2:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h10 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 2:54 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 2:48 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 3:02 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 3:27 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 3:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 3:21 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 3:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 3:51 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h31 | 4:06 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 3:39 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 3:57 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 4:11 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 4:23 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 4:29 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h33 | 4:38 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 4:46 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 5:14 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 4:58 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 5:28 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 5:16 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 5:44 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h00 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 5:58 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 5:46 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 6:05 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 6:14 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h40 | 11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 6:16 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h34 | 6:39 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h21 | 6:26 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 6:31 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 6:57 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 7:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 6:52 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 6:43 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 7:23 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 7:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 7:18 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 7:31 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 7:59 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:37 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 7:46 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 7:51 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 8:21 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:16 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:07 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 8:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 8:58 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 8:51 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:46 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:37 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX180 | 7:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 9:13 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h00 | 9:05 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 9:18 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 9:48 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 9:43 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h00 | 9:35 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 10:11 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 10:16 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 10:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 10:23 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 10:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 10:46 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 10:53 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 10:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 10:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 11:16 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 11:11 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 11:23 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 11:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 11:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 11:46 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 11:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 11:53 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 12:08 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 12:16 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 12:28 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 12:21 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 4:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h56 | 5:26 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 5:35 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 5:45 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 5:40 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh run on average 153 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 133 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 153 |
Direct buses 133 |
Fastest bus 1h 2m |
First bus 12:01 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.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Rounding up is common in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service.
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Edinburgh Bus Station, Edinburgh -> Edinburgh Waverley Station, Edinburgh
Buses in the United Kingdom are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international routes. Buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh run almost every hour throughout the day. The journey duration takes between 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes. The first bus of the day departs Glasgow before 7 in the morning with the last service leaving after 8 in the evening. Services are operated by Return buses from Edinburgh to Glasgow | Compare all modes of traveling from Glasgow to Edinburgh | Or learn more about buses to Edinburgh
Average prices for buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
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Same Day |
€6 |
1 Day in Advance |
€6 |
1 Week in Advance |
€6 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€6 |
1 Month in Advance |
€6 |
3 Months in Advance |
€6 |
Glasgow to Edinburgh Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than the train it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 1hour and 5 minutes to arrive in Edinburgh.
Glasgow Buchanan bus station, which is next to Glasgow Queen Street railway station, is where buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh depart from. The bus station is a short walk to the north of Glasgow Central railway station, however, a shuttle bus is also on hand to ferry passengers from one station to another. Buchanan bus station is the largest bus station in Scotland and from there it's possible to take buses to Edinburgh Airport and Aberdeen. The bus station is well connected to the public transport network. Regular services between Monday and Friday end at around midnight; there are night buses on the weekend.
As the capital of Scotland and one of the most popular cities in the UK, Edinburgh is rich in history and culture. The city is very picturesque with a mixture of both Victorian and Georgian architecture. Edinburgh's beautiful old town is centered around the Royal Mile, where most of the main sights can be seen. One of the highlights of the year is the annual Edinburgh Fringe festival which sees plenty of music, comedy and theatre across various city venues and on the streets. A visit to the impressive Edinburgh castle is a must. Buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh arrive at Edinburgh Bus Station, situated in the city center, just 200 metres from Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station. From there, many of the main sights in Edinburgh are well within walking distance, including the castle. Edinburgh's public transport network is extensive and tram and bus stops are near to the coach station. Night bus services and taxis are also available.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

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