The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Airdrie
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Airdrie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Airdrie will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 buses that leave Edinburgh for Airdrie every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest buses will take 48 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 coach and train for Edinburgh to Airdrie
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Airdrie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 50 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Airdrie bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Airdrie coaches for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:24 Edinburgh | 0h59 | 10:23 Airdrie | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:26 Edinburgh | 1h10 | 17:36 Airdrie | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Airdrie
Buses from Edinburgh to Airdrie run on average 113 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 113 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 43m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 113 |
Direct buses 113 |
Fastest bus 43m |
First bus 05:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
FAQs: Edinburgh to Airdrie coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Airdrie 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 Airdrie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Airdrie
- 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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