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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dover to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
13 h 50 m
Average duration
15 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
612 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dover to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Edinburgh will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 3 buses that leave Dover for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 612 km distance in an average of 15 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 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 coach, train and flight for Dover to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dover to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 612 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price | £61 Average Price |
13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dover to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Edinburgh coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:50 Dover | 17h00 | 06:50 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:50 Dover | 13h50 | 07:40 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
| 04:35 Dover | 15h55 | 20:30 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dover to Edinburgh
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Buses from Dover to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 04:35, the last at 22:05. The fastest coach covers the 612 km distance in 13h 50m.
Distance 612 km |
Average bus duration 12h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 50m |
First bus 04:35 |
Last bus 22:05 |
Bus providers: National Express from Dover to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Dover to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dover to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dover and Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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