- Must visit
National Museum of Rural Life
A volunteer-run rural life museum with farming tools, domestic objects and local social history in nearby Kittochside.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to East Kilbride
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Aug
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£5
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£5
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
1 h 12 m
Buses on 29 Aug
2
Distance
64 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to East Kilbride is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to East Kilbride will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 2 buses from Edinburgh to East Kilbride, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 17 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.
17:061h06Edinburgh18:12East Kilbride£51One-way0 changes- 19:451h17Edinburgh21:02East Kilbride£51One-way0 changes
- 17:061h06Edinburgh18:12East Kilbride£51One-way0 changes
- 19:451h17Edinburgh21:02East Kilbride£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to East Kilbride
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to East Kilbride among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 64 km
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1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to East Kilbride bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to East Kilbride coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 15:51 Edinburgh | 1h34 | 17:25 East Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:16 Edinburgh | 1h09 | 19:25 East Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to East Kilbride
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to East Kilbride run on average 103 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 92 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:35, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 64 km distance in 1h 1m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 64 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 103 |
Direct buses 92 |
Fastest bus 1h 1m |
First bus 5:35 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus from Edinburgh to East KilbrideYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to East Kilbride with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£5
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest National Express Price
£7
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£13
Megabus frequency
106 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Complete guide to East Kilbride
Things to do in East Kilbride
Discover the best of East Kilbride — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect East Kilbride trip today.
- Recommended
East Kilbride Museum
The town’s main museum explores East Kilbride’s new town story, local people and changing industries through compact displays.
- Recommended
The Old Mill Arts Centre
A nearby art venue with exhibitions, studios and workshops in a converted mill, popular for seeing contemporary local work.
- Must visit
Calderglen Country Park
A large country park with wooded walks, waterfalls, formal gardens and a popular family visitor area on the town’s edge.
- Recommended
The Village
The original village centre offers older buildings, a traditional street layout and a pleasant contrast with the later new town.
- Recommended
James Hamilton Heritage Park
A scenic reservoir and walking area with open views, birdlife and peaceful paths for a short escape from the urban centre.
Haggis
A breakfast staple of minced sheep’s offal with oats and spices, often served with tattie scones. Deeply tied to Scottish home cooking and Burns Night traditions.
- Vegetarian
Tattie Scone
Soft potato flatbread cooked on a griddle and commonly eaten at breakfast. A familiar Scottish everyday food, especially with fried breakfast items.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Rumbledethumps
Mashed potatoes mixed with shredded cabbage or kale and butter. A traditional Scottish side linked to winter cooking and Hogmanay meals.
The Hay Stook
Reliable café and bakery stop for breakfasts, soups, sandwiches and coffee, popular for casual daytime dining.
Steak and Cherry
Established steakhouse and grill focusing on steaks, burgers and hearty mains in a polished but casual atmosphere.
Di Maggio's
Popular Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza and classic mains in a lively, family-friendly setting in East Kilbride.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels usually cost less than central Glasgow, while rail fares and everyday prices are typical for urban Scotland.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Edinburgh to East Kilbride coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to East Kilbride can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to East Kilbride is £6; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride is 1h 1m to travel the 64 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride leaves at 5:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride leaves at 23:10.
Yes, there are 92 direct coaches a day from Edinburgh to East Kilbride with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride, you can count on FlixBus, National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to East Kilbride. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and East Kilbride and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Edinburgh , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH), Edinburgh, Drum Brae South, Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU), Edinburgh, St Andrew's House . When arriving in East Kilbride , you can end your route in coach stations like Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to East Kilbride from Edinburgh is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 1m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and East Kilbride including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride for coach company FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Edinburgh to East Kilbride depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to East Kilbride:
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to East Kilbride:
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and East Kilbride
Most Edinburgh to East Kilbride buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and East Kilbride bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Edinburgh
Arrival bus stations in East Kilbride
Which Edinburgh station do buses to East Kilbride leave from?
Buses from Edinburgh to East Kilbride leave from Edinburgh, Bus Station. The station is from Edinburgh city centre at Elder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom.
Edinburgh, Bus StationElder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Bus10, 11 · 2m · £2 · every ~30 min
Uk090 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~32 min
TramEdinburgh York Place - Edinburgh Airport, T50 · 3m · £4 · every ~38 min
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.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseEdinburgh EH7 5BN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
BusX19, 43, X18, X27, X28 · 6m · £2 · every ~36 min
15, 26, 44, X26 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~40 min
Uk090 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
Uk090 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
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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