The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chesterfield to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chesterfield to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Edinburgh will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chesterfield 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 322 km distance in an average of 8 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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 Chesterfield to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 322 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £82 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chesterfield to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Edinburgh coaches for today, Tuesday 10 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:30 Chesterfield | 10h35 | 07:05 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 February | |||||
![]() | 12:05 Chesterfield | 5h50 | 17:55 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chesterfield to Edinburgh
Buses from Chesterfield to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 322 km distance in 10h 35m.
Distance 322 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Chesterfield to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Chesterfield to Edinburgh with Megabus, National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
National Express
FAQs: Chesterfield to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chesterfield 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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