The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Clydebank
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Clydebank is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Clydebank will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 18 buses that leave Edinburgh for Clydebank every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.
NX18317:201h05Edinburgh, Bus Station18:25Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£61One-way0 changes
NX1808:101h10Edinburgh, Bus Station9:20Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£61One-way0 changes
NX59421:251h10Edinburgh, Bus Station22:35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus7:554h30Edinburgh, Bus Station12:25Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1)£141One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus15:106h40Edinburgh, Bus Station21:50Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1)£151One-way1 change
NX18317:201h05Edinburgh, Bus Station18:25Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£61One-way0 changes
NX1808:101h10Edinburgh, Bus Station9:20Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£61One-way0 changes
NX59421:251h10Edinburgh, Bus Station22:35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus9:103h15Edinburgh, Bus Station12:25Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1)£151One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus18:153h35Edinburgh, Bus Station21:50Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1)£181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Clydebank
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Clydebank among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 76 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Clydebank bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Clydebank coaches for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:15 Edinburgh | 1h10 | 21:25 Clydebank | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:25 Edinburgh | 1h10 | 22:35 Clydebank | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 23 August | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h50 | 10:25 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h45 | 11:25 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h45 | 10:25 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h45 | 12:25 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h30 | 12:25 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
NX180 | 8:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h10 | 9:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h15 | 15:25 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h15 | 12:25 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h45 | 13:55 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h50 | 15:25 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h45 | 16:30 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h40 | 21:50 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h45 | 20:55 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h50 | 19:00 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h40 | 20:55 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
NX183 | 17:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h05 | 18:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h35 | 21:50 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Midland Bluebird or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Clydebank.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Clydebank.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Clydebank
Buses from Edinburgh to Clydebank run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 76 km |
Average bus duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Midland Bluebird, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Edinburgh to ClydebankYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Clydebank with Megabus, FlixBus, Midland Bluebird, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Clydebank coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Clydebank 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 Clydebank, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Clydebank
Most Edinburgh to Clydebank buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Clydebank bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Clydebank 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.
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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