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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to London

Showing times and prices for 23 Jun

Cheapest price

£34

Average price

£55

Fastest journey

7 h 50 m

Average duration

8 h 26 m

Buses per day

23

Distance

534 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to London will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.

Fast coaches

Of the 23 buses that leave Edinburgh for London every day 17 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 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 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.

National ExpressNX591
10:3510h45
Edinburgh, Bus Station
21:20London, Victoria Coach Station
£341One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX183 · NX400
08:4512h25
Edinburgh, Bus Station
21:10London, Victoria Coach Station
£381One-way
1 change
Megabus
10:309h25
Edinburgh, Bus Station
19:55London, Victoria Coach Station
£401One-way
0 changes
Megabus
10:308h55
Edinburgh, Bus Station
19:25London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre)
£401One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
11:358h50
Edinburgh, Bus Station
20:25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London 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 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

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£41

Average Price

Cheapest

£94

Average Price

£124

Average Price

9h 50m

average duration

9h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 10m

average duration

5h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 37m

average duration

Fastest

1h 37m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.6 - 3.2kg

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Live departures

Edinburgh to London bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday 22 June
Last updated at 00:02
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX183 · NX400
On time
07:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station
12h25
20:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station
10h10
18:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station
9h35
17:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
megbundefined · undefined08:27 Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
10h28
18:55 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
megbundefined · undefined08:27 Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
9h58
18:25 London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre)1 change
megb09:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station
9h25
18:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
megb09:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station
8h55
18:25 London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station
8h50
19:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station
9h20
19:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus19:20 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House
11h05
06:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station
9h00
04:45 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station
8h30
04:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
megbundefined · undefined19:49 Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
10h26
06:15 London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre)1 change
megb21:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station
8h40
06:15 London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre)0 changesdirect
megb21:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station
9h10
06:45 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus21:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station
7h50
05:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus21:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station
8h20
06:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to London

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Buses from Edinburgh to London run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
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 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
15
Direct buses
12
Fastest bus
7h 50m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:57
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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Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus Edinburgh to London

Buy your official Megabus, National Express and FlixBus coach tickets between Edinburgh and London from £18 with Omio. Find coach times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Edinburgh - London coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Coach information from Edinburgh to London with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 9 h
  • Cheapest Price: £25

Coaches from Edinburgh to London: Journey Details

London is often cited among the best cities in the world and offers an interesting and extensive history to those visiting. The main attractions include Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London and the London Eye. There is, however, much more to see in this metropolis.

 

Coaches from Edinburgh to London: Coach Journey Information


  • Which bus companies go from Edinburgh to London? There are approximately 5 buses from Edinburgh to London a day, each of which is operated by National Express.

  • How long is the train from Edinburgh to London? The journey will take between 9 hours and 20 minutes with the fastest journey. The slowest journey takes 13 hours and 39 minutes.
  • When are the first and last buses of the day from Edinburgh to London? The first coach from Edinburgh to London departs at 6:30a.m. The final coach departs at 21:30p.m.
  • How often are buses from Edinburgh to London? Buses from Edinburgh to London are most frequent between 9:00a.m and 11:03a.m, there are no departures throughout the day and only one in the evening.

Tips for Booking Cheap Coaches from Edinburgh to London


  • How far in advance to book cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to London? The best time to book your bus from Edinburgh to London in advance is 6 weeks before departure.
  • When is the cheapest and most expensive time of day to travel by bus from Edinburgh to London? The cheapest time of day to travel by bus from Edinburgh to London is in the morning. The most expensive time of day to take the bus from Edinburgh to London is the very last bus of the day, which tends to be the night bus.

Coach Station Info and Getting to the City Centre


  • Where do coaches from Edinburgh to London depart from? The major station in Edinburgh servicing buses from Edinburgh to London is Edinburgh bus station. The station is located in the city centre on Elder Street and is just 200 metres from the central train station, Edinburgh Weaverly which opens up connections to other major cities in the UK.
  • There are also several bus connections that be caught from the station to various locations in the city. Night transport is available with night buses or taxis.
  • Where do coaches from Edinburgh to London arrive at? The main bus station in London and the terminating point for all buses from Edinburgh to London is London Victoria Coach Station.
  • The coach station is within close proximity to the similarly named, Victoria Bus station which operates buses in and around the London area. The station is also a short walk from Victoria underground station which is served by the District, Circle and Victoria line making accessing the rest of London very easy.

FAQs: Edinburgh to London coach

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and London

Edinburgh
London
The major coach station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh, Bus Station for your trip from Edinburgh to London.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
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WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
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, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
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The major coach station for arrivals in London is London, Golders Green Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Golders Green Station for your trip to London from Edinburgh.
London, Golders Green StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
8 km
carConnection
Car connection
Golders Green Rd
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • McDonald's (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Golders Green Station
  • Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Bath Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
information
London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre)
information

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