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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 10 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
8:103h30Edinburgh11:40Bridge of Allan£91One-way0 changes- 15:104h30Edinburgh19:40Bridge of Allan£101One-way0 changes
- 5:404h30Edinburgh10:10Bridge of Allan£111One-way0 changes
- 8:103h30Edinburgh11:40Bridge of Allan£91One-way0 changes
- 15:104h30Edinburgh19:40Bridge of Allan£101One-way0 changes
- 5:404h30Edinburgh10:10Bridge of Allan£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 52 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Bridge of Allan take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 32m.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 Edinburgh | 3h30 | 12:40 Bridge of Allan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:10 Edinburgh | 2h30 | 16:40 Bridge of Allan | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:58, the last at 23:03. The fastest coach covers the 52 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 52 km |
Average bus duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 32m |
First bus 5:58 |
Last bus 23:03 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Edinburgh to Bridge of AllanYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan with Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd
FAQs: Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan 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 Bridge of Allan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Bridge of Allan
Most Edinburgh to Bridge of Allan buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bridge of Allan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Bridge of Allan leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station 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 and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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