The cheapest and fastest coaches from Giffnock to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Giffnock to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Giffnock to Edinburgh will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 buses that leave Giffnock 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 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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 Giffnock to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Giffnock to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 70 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Giffnock to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Giffnock to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:05 Giffnock | 1h30 | 14:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Giffnock to Edinburgh
Buses from Giffnock to Edinburgh run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 70 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 70 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
FAQs: Giffnock to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Giffnock 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Giffnock and Edinburgh
- 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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