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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to East Kilbride
Showing times and prices for 27 May
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
164
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 £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
Of the 164 buses that leave Edinburgh for East Kilbride every day 155 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
FlixBus9:541h21Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)11:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes- FlixBus18:301h13Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)19:43Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:151h18Edinburgh, Bus Station21:33Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:001h20Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)9:20Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:140h57Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0:11Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:140h57Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0:11Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:440h57Edinburgh, Drum Brae South0:41Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:070h59Edinburgh, Drum Brae South21:06Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:370h59Edinburgh, Drum Brae South20:36Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:511h00Edinburgh, Drum Brae South23:51Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to East Kilbride
Omio recommends booking the train 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 prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 64 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
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, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 NX594 | Delayed 6:20 21:25Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h10 | 5:05 5:05Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:31 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h01 | 22:32 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h17 | 22:57 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:45 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 22:57 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:50 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 22:57 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:56 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h01 | 22:57 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h17 | 23:22 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:10 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 23:22 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:15 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 23:22 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:21 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h01 | 23:22 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h16 | 23:51 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:40 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h11 | 23:51 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:45 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h06 | 23:51 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:51 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h00 | 23:51 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:58 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h13 | 0:11 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:03 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h08 | 0:11 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:08 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h03 | 0:11 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:14 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0h57 | 0:11 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:28 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h13 | 0:41 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:33 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h08 | 0:41 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:38 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h03 | 0:41 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:44 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0h57 | 0:41 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 27 May | |||||
| FlixBus | 5:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h15 | 7:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:53 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 7:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:58 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 7:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:04 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h01 | 7:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:15 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:19 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:25 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h07 | 7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h40 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h20 | 7:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:40 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h30 | 8:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:44 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h26 | 8:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h20 | 8:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:58 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h12 | 8:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h35 | 8:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:19 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h31 | 8:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:25 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h25 | 8:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h17 | 8:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h30 | 9:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h26 | 9:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h20 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h20 | 9:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h11 | 9:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX180 | 8:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h10 | 9:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h30 | 9:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h26 | 9:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h20 | 9:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h11 | 9:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 13:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h45 | 11:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 10:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 10:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 10:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 10:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 11:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 11:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 11:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 11:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h55 | 14:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 12:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 12:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 12:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 12:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:26 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 12:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:32 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 12:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 12:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h27 | 13:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:56 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 13:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:02 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 13:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 13:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h27 | 13:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:26 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 13:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:32 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 13:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 13:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h27 | 14:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:56 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 14:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:02 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 14:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 14:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h27 | 14:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:26 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 14:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:32 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 14:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 14:47 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h27 | 15:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:56 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 15:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:02 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 15:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h06 | 15:17 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h30 | 15:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:26 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h24 | 15:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:32 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h18 | 15:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h09 | 15:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h35 | 16:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:56 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h29 | 16:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:02 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h23 | 16:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h15 | 20:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h15 | 18:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h20 | 19:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h14 | 16:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h35 | 16:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:26 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h29 | 16:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:32 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h23 | 16:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h14 | 16:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h40 | 17:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:51 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h34 | 17:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:57 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h28 | 17:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:08 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h17 | 17:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h40 | 17:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h30 | 20:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h34 | 17:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:27 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h28 | 17:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:38 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h17 | 17:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h40 | 18:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:51 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h34 | 18:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:57 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h28 | 18:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:08 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h17 | 18:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h36 | 18:56 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | 17:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h15 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:26 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h30 | 18:56 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:32 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h24 | 18:56 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:43 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h13 | 18:56 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h15 | 19:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h30 | 19:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:01 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h24 | 19:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:07 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h18 | 19:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:16 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h09 | 19:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:18 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h25 | 19:43 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h19 | 19:43 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h13 | 19:43 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h04 | 19:43 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:48 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h23 | 20:11 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h17 | 20:11 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h11 | 20:11 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h02 | 20:11 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:18 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h18 | 20:36 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 20:36 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:29 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 20:36 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0h59 | 20:36 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:48 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h18 | 21:06 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 21:06 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:59 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 21:06 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:07 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0h59 | 21:06 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h18 | 21:33 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:20 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h13 | 21:33 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:25 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h08 | 21:33 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | 20:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h10 | 21:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:31 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h02 | 21:33 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h17 | 22:02 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:50 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 22:02 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:55 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 22:02 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:01 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1h01 | 22:02 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h17 | 22:32 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:20 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 22:32 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:25 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 22:32 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX594 | 21:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h10 | 22:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to East Kilbride
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Buses from Edinburgh to East Kilbride run on average 76 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 63 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 6m.
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.
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Distance 64 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 76 |
Direct buses 63 |
Fastest bus 1h 6m |
First bus 5:35 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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.
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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 Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
124 a day
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.
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 Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest 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.
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 £5; 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 6m 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 63 direct coaches a day from Edinburgh to East Kilbride with FlixBus, 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, 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, St Andrew's House, Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU), Ingliston, Park & Ride . 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 0 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 6m 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride for coach company FlixBus, 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.
- 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.
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).
- 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.
- 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, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Edinburgh to East Kilbride with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and East Kilbride
Edinburgh
East Kilbride
Edinburgh, Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Elder StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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