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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 13 Nov
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Buses per day
133
Distance
78 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
Of the 133 buses that leave Glasgow International Airport for Edinburgh every day 112 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 6 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.
FlixBus20:051h08
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station21:13Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus21:351h11
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station22:46Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus20:351h08
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station21:43Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus20:351h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station21:55Edinburgh, Bus Station
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus21:051h11
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station22:16Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU)
£51One-way
0 changes
NX18019:551h05
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station21:00Edinburgh, Bus Station
£171One-way
0 changes
FlixBus21:351h06
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station22:41Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus21:051h06
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station22:11Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus23:101h06
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station00:16Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
£61One-way
0 changes
FlixBus22:051h06
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station23:11Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
£61One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 78 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh coaches for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 08:11
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX183 | Delayed 10:30 07:20Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 11:40 11:40Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h40 | 12:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 08:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h29 | 10:04 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 09:50 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h21 | 09:56 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 10:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 10:32 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 10:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX591 | 09:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 10:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 10:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 10:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 11:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 11:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 11:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 11:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2h40 | 12:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX183 | On time 10:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 11:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 11:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 11:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h05 | 17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h05 | 15:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h00 | 18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 12:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 12:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 12:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 12:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 13:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 13:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 13:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 13:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 13:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 13:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 14:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h00 | 18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h05 | 17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 14:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 14:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 14:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 14:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 15:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 14:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 15:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 15:27 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 15:21 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 15:57 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 15:51 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h31 | 16:06 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 16:29 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h33 | 16:38 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 16:23 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 17:14 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 17:05 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 16:58 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 17:28 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 17:44 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 18:14 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 18:05 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 17:58 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h00 | 19:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h35 | 23:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h05 | 21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 17:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 18:31 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h21 | 18:26 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h34 | 18:39 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 18:52 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 19:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h22 | 18:57 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 19:23 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 19:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 19:31 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:10 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 5h20 | 23:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 19:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 19:51 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 19:59 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 20:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 20:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 20:29 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 20:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h16 | 20:51 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 20:58 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 20:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX180 | 19:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 4h55 | 00:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 20:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 21:13 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 21:18 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 21:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h08 | 21:43 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 21:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 21:48 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 22:16 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 22:23 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 22:11 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 22:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 22:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 22:53 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 22:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 23:23 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 23:11 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 23:16 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 23:53 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h06 | 00:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 00:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 00:28 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 06:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 07:23 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 07:31 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h12 | 07:17 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 07:56 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h34 | 08:04 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 07:49 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 08:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h33 | 08:23 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h42 | 08:32 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h40 | 12:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 08:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h33 | 08:53 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h42 | 09:02 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | 07:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 08:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:40 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 4h45 | 12:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:40 Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) | 5h15 | 12:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 08:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h31 | 09:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 09:29 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h25 | 09:15 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh run on average 102 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 69 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 78 km distance in 1h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 78 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 102 |
Direct buses 69 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 05:05 |
Last bus 21:35 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Glasgow International Airport to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
90 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£6
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
£7
Megabus frequency
106 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow International Airport 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh is on average 1 h 1 min for the 48 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Edinburgh from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh leaves at 03: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, there are 96 direct coaches a day from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the journey from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh you can take a coach with Megabus or National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Edinburgh on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 1 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh is January.
You have options as you can travel between Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Edinburgh 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh.
No, luggage for the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow International Airport and Edinburgh
Glasgow
Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Elder StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
Public transport options for Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
- Bus: 100, 200
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Edinburg, George Street (Stop GL)
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Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
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