The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Dunbar
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Dunbar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dunbar will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 23 buses that leave Edinburgh for Dunbar every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 4 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.
7:411h04Edinburgh8:45High Street£51One-way0 changes
8:411h06Edinburgh9:47High Street£51One-way0 changes
9:421h08Edinburgh10:50High Street£51One-way0 changes
10:431h09Edinburgh11:52High Street£51One-way0 changes
11:231h11Edinburgh12:34High Street£51One-way0 changes
22:031h02Edinburgh23:05High Street£51One-way0 changes
22:371h02Edinburgh23:39High Street£51One-way0 changes
23:371h02Edinburgh0:39High Street£51One-way0 changes
21:231h03Edinburgh22:26High Street£51One-way0 changes
7:411h04Edinburgh8:45High Street£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Dunbar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dunbar 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 train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 43 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Dunbar bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dunbar coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:41 Edinburgh | 1h04 | 8:45 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:41 Edinburgh | 1h06 | 9:47 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:42 Edinburgh | 1h08 | 10:50 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:43 Edinburgh | 1h09 | 11:52 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:23 Edinburgh | 1h11 | 12:34 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:03 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 13:15 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:43 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 13:55 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:23 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 14:35 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:03 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 15:15 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:44 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 15:56 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:25 Edinburgh | 1h13 | 16:38 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:05 Edinburgh | 1h13 | 17:18 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:45 Edinburgh | 1h13 | 17:58 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:25 Edinburgh | 1h11 | 18:36 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:04 Edinburgh | 1h09 | 19:13 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:43 Edinburgh | 1h06 | 19:49 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:23 Edinburgh | 1h06 | 20:29 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:03 Edinburgh | 1h04 | 21:07 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:43 Edinburgh | 1h04 | 21:47 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:23 Edinburgh | 1h03 | 22:26 High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Dunbar by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Dunbar
Buses from Edinburgh to Dunbar run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 43 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 43 km |
Average bus duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 1m |
First bus 3:00 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: East Coast Buses from Edinburgh to DunbarYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Dunbar with East Coast Buses for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Dunbar coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dunbar 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 Dunbar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Dunbar
- 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
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