4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 18 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Gloucester will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 4 buses that leave Edinburgh for Gloucester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 459 km distance in an average of 13 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 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.
7:4511h35Edinburgh19:20Gloucester£311One-way0 changes- 11:4515h00Edinburgh2:45Gloucester£401One-way0 changes
- 10:4515h00Edinburgh1:45Gloucester£401One-way0 changes
- 8:4511h35Edinburgh20:20Gloucester£431One-way0 changes
- 8:4511h35Edinburgh20:20Gloucester£431One-way0 changes
- 7:4511h35Edinburgh19:20Gloucester£311One-way0 changes
- 11:4515h00Edinburgh2:45Gloucester£401One-way0 changes
- 10:4515h00Edinburgh1:45Gloucester£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 459 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price | £63 Average Price |
10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Gloucester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Gloucester coaches for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:45 Edinburgh | 15h00 | 1:45 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:45 Edinburgh | 15h00 | 2:45 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
| 7:45 Edinburgh | 11h35 | 19:20 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:45 Edinburgh | 11h35 | 20:20 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Gloucester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 459 km distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 459 km |
Average bus duration 10h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Edinburgh to GloucesterYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Gloucester with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Gloucester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Gloucester 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 Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Gloucester
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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