The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chester-le-Street for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 19 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 and coach for Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 159 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh coaches for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:30 Chester-le-Street | 5h19 | 19:49 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh
Buses from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Chester-le-Street to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh with Megabus, National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester-le-Street 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 Chester-le-Street 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
- Bus: 100, 200
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