Edinburgh to Portlethen bus with Megabus

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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Portlethen by train or coach

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Why should you book Edinburgh to Portlethen coaches with Omio?

Megabus as well as Ember offer coaches services from Edinburgh to Portlethen.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Portlethen.

Why book with Omio vs Megabus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ember to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Portlethen.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Portlethen.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Portlethen.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Portlethen

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Take a bus from Edinburgh to Portlethen and enjoy the approximately 139 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 139 km distance in 2h 58m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £50
Distance
139 km
Average bus duration
2h 49m
Buses per day
60
Direct buses
24
Fastest bus
2h 58m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
23:55
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £50

Bus providers: Megabus, Ember from Edinburgh to PortlethenYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Portlethen with Megabus, Ember for as low as £50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£10
Megabus frequency
60 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.
Entertaiment on board

Ember

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Ember frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Edinburgh to Portlethen coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Portlethen 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 Portlethen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The average journey time by coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen is 2h 58m to travel the 139 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 Portlethen leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 24 direct coaches a day from Edinburgh to Portlethen with Megabus, Ember. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen, you can count on Megabus, Ember for the best way to get you to Portlethen. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and Portlethen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Portlethen from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 58m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Portlethen including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Edinburgh to Portlethen 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen.
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 Portlethen.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Portlethen:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Portlethen:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Edinburgh to Portlethen with the following coach company: Megabus.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Portlethen

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Portlethen
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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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
Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
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Car connection
Eastfield Road
Public transport options for Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
  • Bus: 100, 200
Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
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