The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 33 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $63.
To travel from Bristol to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
NX101 · NX180
NX101 · NX183
NX100 · NX183
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
NX040 · NX598
NX101 · NX183
NX101 · NX180
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX040 · NX598
FlixBus · FlixBusTravel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bristol to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 502 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average Price Cheapest | $86 Average Price | $170 Average Price |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Edinburgh coaches for today, Friday, 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX040 · NX594 | On time 2:20 pm Bristol, University Queens Road | 17h00 | 7:20 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 13h20 | 6:25 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 14h47 | 8:22 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 15h02 | 8:37 am Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 14h56 | 8:31 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 15h09 | 8:44 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 14h05 | 7:45 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h29 | 10:09 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h44 | 10:24 am Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h38 | 10:18 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h52 | 10:32 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h06 | 11:41 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 12h40 | 8:15 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h49 | 12:24 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h43 | 12:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 changes | |
NX100 · NX183 | On time 1:00 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h15 | 5:15 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 18h08 | 9:13 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 14h30 | 5:35 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 16h04 | 7:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 18h13 | 9:18 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 changes | |
NX040 · NX591 | Delayed 10:15 am 4:45 amBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 13h50 | 6:35 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 13h45 | 9:45 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 15h14 | 11:14 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 14h38 | 11:33 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 14h58 | 11:53 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 14h51 | 11:46 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 14h46 | 11:41 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 changes | |
NX101 · NX183 | On time 9:00 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 11h10 | 8:10 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NX598 | On time 6:30 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 13h10 | 7:40 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX101 · NX180 | On time 7:40 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 12h25 | 8:05 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Edinburgh
Buses from Bristol to Edinburgh run on average 19 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 but you can travel from only $32 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 502 km distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 502 km |
Average bus duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Bristol to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Edinburgh with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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