The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Cumbernauld
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Cumbernauld bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Cumbernauld coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:47 Edinburgh | 1h53 | 06:40 Cumbernauld Town Centre Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:22 Edinburgh | 1h54 | 07:16 Town Centre Stances (stance 6) | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:49 Edinburgh | 1h48 | 07:37 Town Centre Stances (stance 1) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:18 Edinburgh | 1h48 | 08:06 Town Centre Stances (stance 6) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:19 Edinburgh | 1h56 | 08:15 Town Centre Stances (stance 2) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld
Buses from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 47m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh to CumbernauldYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Cumbernauld with Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Stagecoach East Scotland
Scottish Citylink
FAQs: Edinburgh to Cumbernauld coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld 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 Cumbernauld, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Cumbernauld
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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