The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birkenhead to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birkenhead to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birkenhead to Edinburgh will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 buses that leave Birkenhead for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 285 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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 coach and train for Birkenhead to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birkenhead to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £96.
Distance: 285 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £153 Average Price |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Birkenhead to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:50 Birkenhead | 8h40 | 17:30 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birkenhead to Edinburgh
Buses from Birkenhead to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 285 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 285 km |
Average bus duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Birkenhead to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Birkenhead to Edinburgh with FlixBus for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birkenhead to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birkenhead 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birkenhead 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
Most popular bus connections from Birkenhead
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