Edinburgh to Ardersier bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Ardersier

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

4 h 44 m

Average duration

4 h 58 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

187 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Ardersier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Ardersier will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.

Fast coaches

To travel from Edinburgh to Ardersier you need to make at least one change.

Scottish Citylink
16:355h19
Edinburgh
21:54Police Station
£321One-way
3 changes
Scottish Citylink
07:104h50
Edinburgh
12:00Police Station
£401One-way
1 change
Scottish Citylink
11:105h08
Edinburgh
16:18Police Station
£401One-way
1 change
Scottish Citylink
12:105h08
Edinburgh
17:18Police Station
£401One-way
1 change
Scottish Citylink
14:104h59
Edinburgh
19:09Police Station
£401One-way
1 change

Live departures

Edinburgh to Ardersier bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 08:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Scottish Citylink11:10 Edinburgh
5h08
16:18 Police Station1 change
Scottish Citylink12:10 Edinburgh
5h08
17:18 Police Station1 change
Scottish Citylink14:10 Edinburgh
4h59
19:09 Police Station1 change
Scottish Citylink16:35 Edinburgh
5h19
21:54 Police Station3 changes
Thursday 6 November
Scottish Citylink07:10 Edinburgh
4h50
12:00 Police Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Ardersier

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Buses from Edinburgh to Ardersier run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
187 km
Average bus duration
4h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Buses per day
19
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
02:15
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus from Edinburgh to ArdersierYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Ardersier with Megabus, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 15m
Cheapest Price
£14
FlixBus frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 44m
Cheapest Price
£22
Megabus frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£32
Scottish Citylink frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Edinburgh to Ardersier coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Edinburgh to Ardersier with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Ardersier.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to Ardersier can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to Ardersier is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Edinburgh to Ardersier coach time is 3 h 48 min   covering the 115 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier leaves at 06: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier leaves at 20: 15.
There are 20 coaches a day from Edinburgh to Ardersier which require at least one change with Megabus, FlixBus or Scottish Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Edinburgh to Ardersier coach with Megabus, FlixBus or Scottish Citylink. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Edinburgh to Ardersier as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Ardersier from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh to Ardersier by coach is October.
You have options as you can travel between Edinburgh and Ardersier 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier.
    No, luggage for the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Edinburgh to Ardersier.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Ardersier

    Edinburgh
    Ardersier
    Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Elder Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café at the Station (in the station)
    • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
    • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
    Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
    information
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Eastfield Road
    Public transport options for Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
    • Bus: 100, 200
    Ingliston, Jubilee Road (Edinburgh Airport)
    information
    Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
    information

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