The cheapest and fastest coaches from Croydon to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 19 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
547 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Croydon to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Croydon to Edinburgh will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 4 buses that leave Croydon for Edinburgh every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 547 km distance in an average of 9 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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 Croydon to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Croydon to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 547 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £152 Average Price | £96 Average Price |
9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Croydon to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Croydon to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:00 Croydon | 9h35 | 16:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:30 Croydon | 9h25 | 17:55 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Croydon | 9h05 | 20:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Croydon | 9h10 | 05:40 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Croydon to Edinburgh
Buses from Croydon to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 547 km distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 547 km |
Average bus duration 9h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from Croydon to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Croydon to Edinburgh with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Croydon to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon 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 Croydon 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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