4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gateshead to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gateshead to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gateshead to Edinburgh will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Gateshead for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 16 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 and coach for Gateshead to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gateshead to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gateshead to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gateshead to Edinburgh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:15 Gateshead | 6h16 | 21:31 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:55 Gateshead | 2h40 | 20:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gateshead to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Gateshead to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 149 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 149 km |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink from Gateshead to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Gateshead to Edinburgh with FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
Scottish Citylink
FAQs: Gateshead to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gateshead 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.
- 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 Gateshead and Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
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