Guildford to Edinburgh bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guildford to Edinburgh

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

Cheapest price on 28 Sept

67S$

Average ticket price on 28 Sept

90S$

Fastest journey on 28 Sept

11 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 28 Sept

11 h 45 m

Buses on 28 Sept

2

Distance

552 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Guildford to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Guildford to Edinburgh will cost around 90S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 67S$.

Fast coaches

On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 2 buses from Guildford to Edinburgh, including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 552 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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.

  • National Express
    7:35 PM11h45
    Guildford
    7:20 AMEdinburgh
    67 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    6:35 PM11h45
    Guildford
    6:20 AMEdinburgh
    114 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Guildford to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express6:35 PM Guildford
11h45
6:20 AM Edinburgh0 changesdirect
National Express7:35 PM Guildford
11h45
7:20 AM Edinburgh0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from Guildford to Edinburgh.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Guildford to Edinburgh

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Buses from Guildford to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 56S$ but you can travel from only 51S$ by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 05:48, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 552 km distance in 10h 35m.

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 51S$
Distance
552 km
Average bus duration
11h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
56S$
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
10h 35m
First bus
5:48 AM
Last bus
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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 51S$

Bus providers: National Express from Guildford to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Guildford to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as 51S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
10h 35m
Cheapest National Express Price
56S$
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Guildford to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Edinburgh by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Guildford to Edinburgh can start from as little as 56S$ when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Guildford to Edinburgh is 123S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Guildford to Edinburgh is 10h 35m to travel the 552 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Guildford to Edinburgh leaves at 5:48 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Guildford to Edinburgh leaves at 11:40 pm.
There are 1 coaches a day from Guildford to Edinburgh which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Guildford to Edinburgh, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Guildford and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Guildford, Egerton Road, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Guildford and Edinburgh including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Guildford to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Guildford to Edinburgh for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Guildford to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Guildford to Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Guildford to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Guildford to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Guildford to Edinburgh.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Guildford to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Guildford to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Guildford to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Edinburgh

Most Guildford to Edinburgh buses use the Guildford, Egerton Road to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Guildford
Arrival bus stations in Edinburgh

Which Guildford station do buses to Edinburgh leave from?

Buses from Guildford to Edinburgh leave from Guildford, Egerton Road. The station is 2 km from Guildford city centre at Egerton Rd, Guildford, UK.
Guildford, Egerton RoadEgerton Rd, Guildford, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Guildford, Egerton Road from Guildford city centre

Guildford, Egerton Road is 2 km from Guildford city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN1, 1 · 8m · 3S$ · every ~7 min
Ra2 · 11m · every ~13 min
N1, 1 · 12m · 3S$ · every ~7 min
18 · 21m · 3S$ · every ~2 min

Guildford, Egerton Road bus station facilities and services

Guildford, Egerton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several restaurants available within walking distance.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Guildford, Egerton Road. ATMs are available at Guildford, Egerton Road.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Guildford, Egerton Road.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Guildford, Egerton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford, Egerton Road: Wheelchair accessible routes available.

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