The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Coatbridge
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
49 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Coatbridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Coatbridge will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for Coatbridge 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 53 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest buses will take 49 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 and train for Edinburgh to Coatbridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Coatbridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 53 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Coatbridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Coatbridge coaches for today, Thursday 12 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:24 Edinburgh | 0h59 | 10:23 Coatbridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Coatbridge
Buses from Edinburgh to Coatbridge run on average 120 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 120 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:34, the last at 23:28. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 120 |
Direct buses 120 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 05:34 |
Last bus 23:28 |
Bus providers: Lothian Country Buses, Scottish Citylink, Midland Bluebird from Edinburgh to CoatbridgeYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Coatbridge with Lothian Country Buses, Scottish Citylink, Midland Bluebird for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Coatbridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Coatbridge 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 Coatbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Coatbridge
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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
- Bus: 100, 200
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