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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
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 £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for Gloucester every day 2 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 35 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 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 459 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price | £58 Average Price |
11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m 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, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:45 Edinburgh | 11h35 | 19:20 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:45 Edinburgh | 15h00 | 01:45 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Gloucester
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Buses from Edinburgh to Gloucester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. 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 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to GloucesterYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Gloucester with National Express 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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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