The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1189 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Edinburgh will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
Of the 5 buses that leave Basel for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1189 km distance in an average of 1 d 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 10 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 15 h 25 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £561.
Distance: 1189 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£113 Average Price | £110 Average Price Cheapest | £569 Average Price |
36h 11m Average total duration 35h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 13m Average total duration 15h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Edinburgh coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:50 Basel | 30h45 | 16:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:35 Basel | 39h25 | 08:00 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Basel | 36h25 | 05:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Edinburgh
Buses from Basel to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 35h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £54 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 1189 km distance in 30h 45m.
Distance 1189 km |
Average bus duration 35h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 30h 45m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:40 |
FAQs: Basel to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Edinburgh
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
- 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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