The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bridgend to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
13 h 46 m
Average duration
14 h 41 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bridgend to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Edinburgh will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £74.
To travel from Bridgend to Edinburgh you need to make at least 3 changes.
9:0013h46Bridgend22:46Edinburgh£741One-way3 changes
16:2015h36Bridgend7:56Edinburgh£741One-way3 changes
9:0013h46Bridgend22:46Edinburgh£741One-way3 changes
16:2015h36Bridgend7:56Edinburgh£741One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bridgend to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 495 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price | £169 Average Price |
13h 53m Average total duration 13h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bridgend to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Edinburgh coaches for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 Bridgend | 18h35 | 7:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bridgend to Edinburgh by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bridgend to Edinburgh
Buses from Bridgend to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 07:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 495 km distance in 15h 35m.
Distance 495 km |
Average bus duration 13h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 15h 35m |
First bus 7:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Bridgend to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Bridgend to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bridgend to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bridgend 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
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