The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Wales
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Wales will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 buses that leave Edinburgh for Wales every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 315 km distance in an average of 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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 Wales
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 315 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £75 Average Price |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Wales bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Wales coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:35 Edinburgh | 5h35 | 03:10 Wales | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:40 Edinburgh | 5h20 | 04:00 Wales | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
![]() | 08:05 Edinburgh | 6h10 | 14:15 Wales | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Wales
Buses from Edinburgh to Wales run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 315 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 315 km |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh to WalesYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Wales with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Scottish Citylink
FAQs: Edinburgh to Wales coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Wales
- 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
- Bus: 100, 200
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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