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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Ilford
Showing times and prices for 06 Aug
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
534 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Ilford will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for Ilford 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 534 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 50 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.
10:158h50Edinburgh19:05Ilford£241One-way0 changes- 11:158h50Edinburgh20:05Ilford£361One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Ilford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Ilford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 534 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £52 Average Price |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Ilford coaches with Omio?
FlixBus as well as Megabus offer coaches services from Edinburgh to Ilford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Ilford.
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Ilford.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Ilford.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Ilford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Ilford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Ilford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Ilford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 534 km distance in 8h 50m.
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 534 km |
Average bus duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 49 days |
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, Megabus from Edinburgh to IlfordYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Ilford with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £24. 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 Duration
8h 50m
Cheapest Price
£24
FlixBus frequency
18 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
9h 10m
Cheapest Price
£25
Megabus frequency
4 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 Ilford
Things to do in Ilford
Discover the best of Ilford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ilford trip today.
- Recommended
Redbridge Museum
Local museum and gallery with changing displays on Redbridge people, places and culture, set within the Central Library complex.
SPACE Ilford
Community gallery space presenting contemporary exhibitions and creative projects, useful for a quick look at local artistic activity.
- Must visit
Valentines Park
Formal gardens, lakes and open lawns around a historic mansion, ideal for strolling, seasonal colour and a relaxed break in Ilford.
- Recommended
High Road
Busy central shopping street and civic area that captures everyday Ilford, with markets, transport links and varied local businesses.
- Recommended
Hainault Forest Country Park
Woodland and open parkland on Ilford's northern edge, popular for longer walks, wildlife and a quieter side of the borough.
Pie and Mash
A classic East End pie filled with minced beef, often served with mash and parsley liquor. A long-standing London comfort food popular across east London.
- Gluten-free
Jellied Eels
Jellied eel pieces set in a savoury stock. It is one of London’s most traditional working-class dishes, closely tied to the historic East End.
- Gluten-free
Smoked Kippered Haddock
A smoked white fish fillet, usually haddock, dyed golden and eaten hot or cold. It has long been a staple breakfast and supper dish in London.
Mardin Restaurant
Long-established Turkish ocakbasi known for grilled meats, fresh breads and lively casual dining on Ilford Lane.
Punjab Restaurant
Smart Indian restaurant focused on Punjabi and north Indian dishes, with a polished dining room suited to groups and dinners.
Saravanaa Bhavan
Busy South Indian vegetarian restaurant serving dosas, idli and thali in a simple, family-friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and hotels cost more than many UK towns, but Ilford is often cheaper than central London, with good-value transport and casual food options.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Ilford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Ilford 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 Ilford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to Ilford can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to Ilford is £35; 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 Ilford is 8h 50m to travel the 534 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 Ilford leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Edinburgh to Ilford leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Edinburgh to Ilford with FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Edinburgh to Ilford, you can count on FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to Ilford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and Ilford 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, Drum Brae South, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH), Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) . When arriving in Ilford , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch).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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Ilford from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to Ilford is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Ilford including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Edinburgh to Ilford:
- 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 Ilford for coach company FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Edinburgh to Ilford 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 Ilford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Ilford:
- 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 Ilford:
- 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 Ilford. 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 Ilford with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to Ilford with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Edinburgh to Ilford with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Ilford
Most Edinburgh to Ilford buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Ilford 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 Ilford
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Ilford leave from?
Buses from Edinburgh to Ilford 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.
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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