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National Museum of Scotland
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chippenham to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 05 Aug
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 25 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
504 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chippenham to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chippenham to Edinburgh will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £75.
Fast coaches
To travel from Chippenham to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
17:5512h30Chippenham6:25Edinburgh£751One-way1 change- 4:1513h20Chippenham17:35Edinburgh£761One-way1 change
- 9:2512h20Chippenham21:45Edinburgh£761One-way1 change
- 20:4511h30Chippenham8:15Edinburgh£761One-way1 change
- 20:4511h30Chippenham8:15Edinburgh£761One-way1 change
- 9:2512h20Chippenham21:45Edinburgh£761One-way1 change
- 17:5512h30Chippenham6:25Edinburgh£751One-way1 change
- 4:1513h20Chippenham17:35Edinburgh£761One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Chippenham to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chippenham to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £50. 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 flight costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £376.
Distance: 504 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£76 Average Price | £424 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 12m Average total duration 10h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chippenham to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chippenham to Edinburgh coaches for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 20:45 Chippenham | 11h30 | 8:15 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
| 4:15 Chippenham | 13h20 | 17:35 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 9:25 Chippenham | 12h20 | 21:45 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 17:55 Chippenham | 12h30 | 6:25 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chippenham to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Chippenham to Edinburgh run on average 13 times per day, taking around 10h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £50 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 04:09, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 504 km distance in 11h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £50
Distance 504 km |
Average bus duration 10h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 4:09 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £50
Bus providers: National Express from Chippenham to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Chippenham to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 30m
Cheapest Price
£75
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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Things to do in Edinburgh
Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
- Must visit
Scottish National Gallery
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
- Recommended
Fruitmarket
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
- Must visit
Royal Mile
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
- Must visit
Arthur's Seat
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
- Recommended
Princes Street Gardens
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
- Gluten-free
Cullen skink
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Haggis
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
- Vegetarian
Cranachan
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
The Kitchin
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Whiski Rooms
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
The Cafe Royal
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Bus & Tram
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.40
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Edinburgh Bus Station -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless payment works on Lothian Buses and for adult single tram tickets. Tram contactless capping is available, but Lothian bus TapTapCap does not apply on trams.
- City Day tickets are valid on Lothian Buses and on Edinburgh Trams within the city zone only. Travel to or from Edinburgh Airport needs the appropriate airport or network fare.
FAQs: Chippenham to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Chippenham to Edinburgh can start from as little as £75 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Chippenham to Edinburgh is £76; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh is 11h 30m to travel the 504 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh leaves at 4:09. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh leaves at 23:40.
There are 13 coaches a day from Chippenham to Edinburgh which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Chippenham and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Chippenham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Chippenham, Town Bridge, Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys, Corsham, Bath Rd . When arriving in Edinburgh , you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Drum Brae South, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB), Edinburgh, St Andrew's House, Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chippenham, Town Bridge, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Edinburgh from Chippenham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 11h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Chippenham and Edinburgh including taking a train, flight and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Chippenham to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Chippenham to Edinburgh:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Chippenham to Edinburgh:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Chippenham to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chippenham and Edinburgh
Most Chippenham to Edinburgh buses use the Chippenham, Town Bridge to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House. Use this guide to compare Chippenham and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Chippenham
Arrival bus stations in Edinburgh
Which Chippenham station do buses to Edinburgh leave from?
Buses from Chippenham to Edinburgh leave from Chippenham, Town Bridge. The station is from Chippenham city centre at Chippenham, UK.
Chippenham, Town BridgeChippenham, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Chippenham, Town Bridge from Chippenham city centre
Bus95A, 44A, 44D · 4m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Chippenham, Town Bridge bus station facilities and services
Chippenham, Town Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chippenham, Town Bridge. ATMs are available at Chippenham, Town Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham, Town Bridge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chippenham, Town Bridge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham, Town Bridge: Curbside access available.
Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s SainsburysChippenham Bus Station, Chippenham SN15 3GD, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys from Chippenham city centre
Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys is 2 km from Chippenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus95A, 44A, 44D · 4m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys bus station facilities and services
Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys. ATMs are available at Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys: Bus stop has a marked area for accessibility.
Which Edinburgh station do buses from Chippenham arrive at?
Buses from Chippenham to Edinburgh most often arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station. Some services arrive at {secondaryArrivalStation}, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Edinburgh arrival station.
Edinburgh, Bus StationElder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Bus10, 11 · 2m · £2 · every ~30 min
Uk090 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~32 min
TramEdinburgh York Place - Edinburgh Airport, T50 · 3m · £4 · every ~38 min
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseEdinburgh EH7 5BN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
BusX19, 43, X18, X27, X28 · 6m · £2 · every ~36 min
15, 26, 44, X26 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~40 min
Uk090 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
Uk090 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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