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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 30 Nov
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
159
Distance
67 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $8.
Fast coaches
Of the 159 buses that leave Glasgow for Edinburgh every day 147 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 67 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 58 m .
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.
FlixBus07:50AM1h02
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station08:52AMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
$81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus07:20AM1h11
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station08:31AMEdinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
$81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus06:05AM1h17
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station07:22AMEdinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)
$81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus06:05AM1h24
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station07:29AMEdinburgh, St Andrew's House
$81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus06:30AM1h17
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station07:47AMEdinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)
$81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus09:35PM0h58
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station10:33PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
$91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus09:05PM0h58
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station10:03PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
$91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus10:35PM0h58
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station11:33PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
$91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus11:10PM0h58
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station12:08AMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
$91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus10:05PM0h58
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station11:03PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
$91One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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 coach costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 67 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
$9 Average Price Cheapest | $25 Average Price |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh coaches for today, Saturday, 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 4:35 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 7:22 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 7:29 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 7:16 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:07 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 7:47 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 7:41 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:32 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 7:54 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 8:07 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 8:14 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:01 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:52 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:31 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:22 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 8:44 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 8:37 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
 NX183 | On time 7:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 8:40 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 8:55 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:52 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 9:01 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 9:07 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 9:14 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:55 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h14 | 9:49 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h28 | 10:03 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 9:40 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 10:18 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 10:09 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 10:32 am Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 10:24 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX591 | 9:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 10:25 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 10:54 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 10:48 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 10:39 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 11:02 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 11:18 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 11:24 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 11:32 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 11:09 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | On time 10:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 11:40 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:02 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 11:54 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 11:39 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 11:48 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h05 | 5:00 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h00 | 6:55 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:32 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 12:24 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 12:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 12:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 12:48 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 12:54 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 1:02 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 12:39 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 1:24 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 1:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 1:32 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 1:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 1:48 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 1:54 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 2:02 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 1:39 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h00 | 6:55 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h05 | 5:00 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 1:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 2:24 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 2:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 2:32 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 2:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 2:48 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 2:39 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 3:02 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 2:54 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 3:32 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 3:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 3:24 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 3:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 7:25 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 2:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 3:39 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 4:02 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 3:54 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 3:48 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 4:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 4:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 4:32 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 4:24 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 7:25 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 3:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 4:39 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 5:02 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 4:54 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 4:48 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 5:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 5:24 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 5:32 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 5:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 5:39 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 5:54 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 5:48 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 6:02 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h35 | 11:30 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h05 | 9:00 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 5:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 6:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 6:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 6:32 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 6:24 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 6:48 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 7:02 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 6:54 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 6:39 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 7:23 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 7:18 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 7:31 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 7:09 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 7:46 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 7:51 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 7:59 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:37 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:16 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 8:21 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 8:28 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:07 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 8:35 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:37 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 8:51 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 8:58 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:46 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX180 | On time 7:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 9:00 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 9:13 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 9:18 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h00 | 9:05 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:25 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 9:43 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:55 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h00 | 9:35 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 9:48 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 10:16 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 10:03 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 10:23 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 10:11 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 10:30 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 10:33 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 10:46 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 10:53 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 10:41 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 11:23 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 11:03 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 11:11 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 11:16 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 11:46 pm Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 11:53 pm Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 11:33 pm Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 11:41 pm Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 12:16 am Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 12:21 am Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 12:28 am Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h58 | 12:08 am Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh run on average 148 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 127 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 67 km distance in 58m.
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
Distance 67 km |
Average bus duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 148 |
Direct buses 127 |
Fastest bus 58m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Scottish Citylink from Glasgow to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Edinburgh with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Scottish Citylink for as low as $6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
$6
FlixBus frequency
72 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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 Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
$8
National Express frequency
4 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
$12
Megabus frequency
107 a day
Scottish Citylink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
$20
Scottish Citylink frequency
33 a day
FAQs: Glasgow to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh can start from as little as $8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow to Edinburgh is $12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Glasgow to Edinburgh coach time is 58 min covering the 66 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh leaves at 7: 35am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh leaves at 11: 30pm.
Yes, there are 117 direct coaches a day from Glasgow to Edinburgh with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express or Scottish Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Glasgow to Edinburgh coach with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express or Scottish Citylink. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located away from the city centre.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Glasgow is worth doing with a journey time of 58 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Edinburgh including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
No, luggage for the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Edinburgh
Glasgow
Edinburgh
The major coach station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:59
Car connection
Killermont StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1)
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Distance to city center
10 kmAccessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
The major coach station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh, Bus Station for your trip to Edinburgh from Glasgow.
Edinburgh, Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Elder StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
Public transport options for Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
- Bus: 100, 200
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Edinburg, George Street (Stop GL)
information
Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
information
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