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National Museum of Scotland
National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£98
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£115
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
1 d 10 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
1 d 11 h 6 m
Buses on 13 Oct
59
Distance
1141 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Edinburgh will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £98.
To travel from Berlin to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
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FlixTrainBuses from Berlin to Edinburgh run on average 41 times per day, taking around 33h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1141 km distance in 27h 20m.
Distance 1141 km |
Average bus duration 33h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 41 |
Fastest bus 27h 20m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Edinburgh coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:29 Berlin Spandau | 38h52 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:29 Berlin Spandau | 40h12 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:29 Berlin Spandau | 40h17 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 35h50 | 20:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 38h41 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 37h21 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 38h46 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:03 Berlin Südkreuz station | 37h43 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:03 Berlin Südkreuz station | 37h38 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:03 Berlin Südkreuz station | 36h18 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:19 Berlin Hbf | 36h02 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:19 Berlin Hbf | 37h27 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:19 Berlin Hbf | 37h22 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:56 Berlin Südkreuz station | 33h54 | 20:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:18 Berlin Hbf | 33h32 | 20:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:18 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 33h32 | 20:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:29 Berlin Spandau | 33h21 | 20:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 45h32 | 9:02 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 45h16 | 8:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 45h23 | 8:53 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 42h55 | 6:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 43h44 | 8:34 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 44h12 | 9:02 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 43h56 | 8:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 44h03 | 8:53 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:29 Berlin Spandau | 38h56 | 6:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 38h35 | 6:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 34h25 | 6:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 36h34 | 8:34 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 36h46 | 8:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 36h53 | 8:53 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 37h02 | 9:02 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:15 Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten) | 44h20 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:10 Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 42h25 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 40h10 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 42h20 | 20:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 45h11 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 43h51 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 45h16 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 39h00 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 43h46 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 43h51 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 42h26 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 40h55 | 20:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 41h13 | 21:13 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 41h18 | 21:18 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 49h50 | 6:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 38h24 | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 40h28 | 21:13 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 40h33 | 21:18 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 36h50 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 36h15 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 37h49 | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 40h01 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 41h21 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 38h30 | 20:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 41h26 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:24 Berlin Hbf | 35h11 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:24 Berlin Hbf | 41h22 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:24 Berlin Hbf | 39h57 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:24 Berlin Hbf | 41h17 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:32 Berlin Südkreuz station | 41h09 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:32 Berlin Südkreuz station | 41h14 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:32 Berlin Südkreuz station | 39h49 | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:32 Berlin Südkreuz station | 35h03 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
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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.
National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Edinburgh are Glasgow, St Andrews, Perth, Dundee and Stirling. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Edinburgh on Omio.

Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, known for grand architecture, a strong music scene and a friendly, direct character. Its industrial past on the Clyde still shapes a city that now balances major museums, lively neighbourhoods and a clear cultural confidence.
There are 141 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:13, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 67 km distance in 54m.

St Andrews is a small coastal town in Fife known worldwide as the home of golf and for the University of St Andrews. Medieval streets, castle and cathedral ruins, and broad beaches give it a historic yet lively character.
The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 23:04.

Perth is a small Scottish city on the River Tay with strong royal and civic history. Known for its elegant centre and nearby Scone Palace, it feels calm, compact and well placed for exploring central and northern Scotland.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 51 km distance in 1h 20m.

Dundee is a compact Scottish city on the River Tay, known for design, digital creativity and a maritime past. The waterfront and V&A Dundee give it a modern feel, while old streets and university life keep its character grounded.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 58 km distance in 1h 55m.

Stirling is known for royal history, Stirling Castle and the story of William Wallace. Its compact old town and setting by the River Forth give it a lively Scottish character.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 42m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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.

Most Berlin to Edinburgh buses use the Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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