The cheapest and fastest coaches from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 53 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
841 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £79.
Of the 4 buses that leave Düsseldorf 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 841 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 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 Düsseldorf to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a train costs an average of £488.
Distance: 841 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£106 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £531 Average Price |
23h 49m Average total duration 23h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 6m Average total duration 13h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Edinburgh coaches for today, Sunday 15 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:50 Düsseldorf | 26h45 | 17:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:10 Düsseldorf | 28h25 | 21:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:20 Düsseldorf | 35h05 | 06:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:15 Düsseldorf | 33h10 | 06:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:40 Düsseldorf | 34h35 | 08:15 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:10 Düsseldorf | 27h53 | 09:03 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh
Buses from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 841 km distance in 23h 50m.
Distance 841 km |
Average bus duration 23h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 23h 50m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Düsseldorf to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Edinburgh with FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Düsseldorf to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Edinburgh
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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