The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Skegness
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
20 h
Average duration
20 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Skegness will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
To travel from Edinburgh to Skegness you need to make at least 3 changes.
11:4520h00Edinburgh7:45Skegness£711One-way3 changes
11:4520h00Edinburgh7:45Skegness£711One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Skegness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Skegness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £71, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 386 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£71 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price |
20h 46m Average total duration 20h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Skegness bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Skegness coaches for today, Monday 15 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 Edinburgh | 20h00 | 7:45 Skegness | 3 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Skegness by train or coach
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Skegness coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Skegness
Buses from Edinburgh to Skegness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £65 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 07:43, the last at 13:42. The fastest coach covers the 386 km distance in 20h 0m.
Distance 386 km |
Average bus duration 20h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 20h 0m |
First bus 7:43 |
Last bus 13:42 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to SkegnessYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Skegness with National Express for as low as £65. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Skegness coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Skegness 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 Skegness, 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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