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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamilton to Edinburgh
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £5
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £6
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 40 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 40 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 140
- Distance
- 56 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamilton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamilton to Edinburgh will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 140 buses from Hamilton to Edinburgh, including 140 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 56 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.
FlixBus17:24 1h07 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 18:31 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) £5 1 One-way 0 changes- FlixBus
17:24 1h15 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 18:39 Edinburgh, Bus Station £5 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
16:24 1h04 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 17:28 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) £5 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
15:24 1h14 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 16:38 Edinburgh, Bus Station £5 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
7:08 1h24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 8:32 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House £5 1 One-way 0 changes
- FlixBus
21:53 0h40 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 22:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South £7 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
22:53 0h40 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 23:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South £7 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
23:28 0h40 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 0:08 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South £7 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
21:23 0h40 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 22:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South £7 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
22:23 0h40 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) 23:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South £7 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamilton to Edinburgh
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Buses from Hamilton to Edinburgh run on average 119 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 119 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 23:28. The fastest coach covers the 56 km distance in 40m.
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 56 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 119 |
Direct buses 119 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 5:50 |
Last bus 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Hamilton to Edinburgh trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamilton to Edinburgh.
Cheap coach tickets from Hamilton to Edinburgh can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Hamilton to Edinburgh is £5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh leaves at 5:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh leaves at 23:28.
Yes, there are 119 direct coaches a day from Hamilton to Edinburgh with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Live departures
Hamilton to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamilton to Edinburgh coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 14:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 15:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 15:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 15:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 15:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 15:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 16:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 15:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 15:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 16:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 16:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 16:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 16:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 16:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 16:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 17:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 16:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 17:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 17:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 17:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 17:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 17:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 17:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 17:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 18:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 18:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 18:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 18:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 18:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 18:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 19:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 18:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 18:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h07 | 19:31 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 19:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h59 | 19:23 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h43 | 19:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h05 | 19:59 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h52 | 19:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h57 | 19:51 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h43 | 20:07 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h52 | 20:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h04 | 20:28 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h57 | 20:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h52 | 20:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h04 | 20:58 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h43 | 20:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h57 | 20:51 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h01 | 21:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h49 | 21:13 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h41 | 21:05 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 21:18 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h49 | 21:43 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h01 | 21:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h41 | 21:35 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 21:48 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 22:23 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h53 | 22:16 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h40 | 22:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h48 | 22:11 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:53 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h40 | 22:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:53 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h48 | 22:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:53 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h53 | 22:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:53 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 22:53 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h48 | 23:11 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h53 | 23:16 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h40 | 23:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 23:23 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:53 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 23:53 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:53 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h53 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:53 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h48 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:53 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h40 | 23:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:28 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h40 | 0:08 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:28 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h53 | 0:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:28 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 0:28 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:28 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h48 | 0:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 6:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 7:23 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 7:17 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 7:31 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:23 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h44 | 7:07 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:48 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h49 | 7:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:48 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h01 | 7:49 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:48 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h16 | 8:04 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:48 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 7:56 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:08 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h24 | 8:32 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:08 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h15 | 8:23 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:08 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h56 | 8:04 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:08 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 8:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:38 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h15 | 8:53 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:38 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h24 | 9:02 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:38 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h56 | 8:34 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:38 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 8:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:09 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h12 | 9:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:09 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h20 | 9:29 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:09 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h06 | 9:15 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:09 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 9:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h47 | 9:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h10 | 10:04 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h56 | 9:50 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h02 | 9:56 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 10:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 10:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 10:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 10:32 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 11:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 10:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 10:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 10:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 11:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 11:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 11:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 11:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 12:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 11:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 11:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 11:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 12:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 12:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 12:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 12:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 12:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 12:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 12:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 13:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 13:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 13:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 13:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 13:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 13:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 13:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 14:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 13:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 14:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 14:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 14:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:24 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 14:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h00 | 14:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h54 | 14:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 0h45 | 14:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:54 Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 1h08 | 15:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Bus providers: FlixBus from Hamilton to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Hamilton to Edinburgh with FlixBus for as low as £4. 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 FlixBus Duration
40m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
119 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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Hamilton and Edinburgh
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Hamilton and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh for coach company FlixBus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Hamilton to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Hamilton to Edinburgh:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Hamilton to Edinburgh:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Hamilton to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus.
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Things to do in Edinburgh
Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
- Must visit
Scottish National Gallery
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
- Recommended
Fruitmarket
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
- Must visit
Royal Mile
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
- Must visit
Arthur's Seat
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
- Recommended
Princes Street Gardens
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
- Gluten-free
Cullen skink
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Haggis
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
- Vegetarian
Cranachan
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
The Kitchin
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Whiski Rooms
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
The Cafe Royal
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
Bus & Tram
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.40
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Edinburgh Bus Station -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless payment works on Lothian Buses and for adult single tram tickets. Tram contactless capping is available, but Lothian bus TapTapCap does not apply on trams.
- City Day tickets are valid on Lothian Buses and on Edinburgh Trams within the city zone only. Travel to or from Edinburgh Airport needs the appropriate airport or network fare.
Buses from Hamilton to Edinburgh
The route for buses from Hamilton to Edinburgh is served by CrossCountry and ScotRail. Frequent services are operated during the day and evening, with the first train departing from Hamilton Central Station at 9:34 a.m. and the last train leaving the station at 23:44 p.m. Depending on the service, the route may involve up to two changes and the duration of the journey is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Passengers should be aware, however, that the duration of the journey may vary, depending on the time of travel.
FAQs: Hamilton to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamilton 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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Important Stations and Airports in Hamilton and Edinburgh
Most Hamilton to Edinburgh buses use the to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House. Use this guide to compare Hamilton and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Hamilton
Arrival bus stations in Edinburgh
Which Edinburgh station do buses from Hamilton arrive at?
Buses from Hamilton to Edinburgh most often arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station. Some services arrive at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Edinburgh arrival station.
Edinburgh, Bus StationElder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Bus10, 11 · 2m · £2 · every ~30 min
Uk090 · 5m · £1 · every ~32 min
TramEdinburgh York Place - Edinburgh Airport, T50 · 3m · £4 · every ~38 min
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseEdinburgh EH7 5BN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
BusX19, 43, X18, X27, X28 · 6m · £2 · every ~36 min
15, 26, 44, X26 · 7m · £1 · every ~40 min
Uk090 · 8m · £1 · every ~1 min
Uk090 · 8m · £1 · every ~15 min
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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