Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cumbernauld to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh
Buses from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh run on average 30 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 30 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink from Cumbernauld to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Cumbernauld to Edinburgh with Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Stagecoach East Scotland
Scottish Citylink
FAQs: Cumbernauld to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cumbernauld 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cumbernauld 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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