The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
12 h 50 m
Average duration
13 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Basingstoke will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for Basingstoke every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 540 km distance in an average of 13 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 30 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, train and flight for Edinburgh to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 540 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£49 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price | £56 Average Price |
11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Basingstoke bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Basingstoke coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:35 Edinburgh | 12h50 | 22:25 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 Edinburgh | 14h00 | 11:00 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Basingstoke
Buses from Edinburgh to Basingstoke run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 03:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 540 km distance in 12h 50m.
Distance 540 km |
Average bus duration 10h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 50m |
First bus 03:55 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to BasingstokeYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Basingstoke with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Basingstoke coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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