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No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
13 h 40 m
Average duration
14 h 23 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bath will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Edinburgh to Bath you need to make at least one change.
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NX591 · NX403Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 512 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £52 Average Price |
12h 7m Average total duration 11h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bath coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 14h48 | 10:25 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h40 | 10:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX594 · NX403 | 21:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h55 | 11:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX598 · NX403 | 22:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 16h15 | 14:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:15 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 15h40 | 13:55 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 15h22 | 13:55 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h25 | 13:55 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 17h55 | 0:35 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 17h45 | 0:35 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:58 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 17h37 | 0:35 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 15h30 | 0:35 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX591 · NX403 | 10:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h50 | 1:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Edinburgh to Bath run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 512 km distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 512 km |
Average bus duration 11h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 13h 20m |
First bus 3:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Bath buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bath, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bath bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. ATMs are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.
Available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Station accessible via ramps.
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