The cheapest and fastest coaches from Florence to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£193
Fastest journey
1 d 14 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 18 h 20 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
1698 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florence to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Edinburgh will cost around £193 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £157.
To travel from Florence to Edinburgh you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Florence to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florence to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £86, and a train costs an average of £601.
Distance: 1698 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£132 Average Price Cheapest | £155 Average Price | £601 Average Price |
44h 0m Average total duration 43h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 6m Average total duration 26h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Edinburgh coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 45h14 | 08:44 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 42h55 | 06:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 44h52 | 08:22 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 45h07 | 08:37 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 45h01 | 08:31 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 40h00 | 07:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 50h46 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 50h14 | 23:14 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 50h41 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 47h50 | 21:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 47h05 | 21:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 43h10 | 21:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 42h45 | 21:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:05 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 50h20 | 06:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Edinburgh
Buses from Florence to Edinburgh run on average 14 times per day, taking around 43h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £71 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 1698 km distance in 38h 40m.
Distance 1698 km |
Average bus duration 43h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 38h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
FAQs: Florence to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Edinburgh
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
- 06:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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