The cheapest and fastest coaches from Harthill to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Harthill to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harthill to Edinburgh will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Harthill for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest buses will take 59 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 coach and train for Harthill to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Harthill 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 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 36 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harthill to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Harthill to Edinburgh coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:40 Harthill | 0h59 | 17:39 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:05 Harthill | 0h50 | 20:55 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Harthill to Edinburgh
Buses from Harthill to Edinburgh run on average 65 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 65 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 36 km distance in 36m.
Distance 36 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 65 |
Direct buses 65 |
Fastest bus 36m |
First bus 05:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Harthill to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Harthill to Edinburgh with FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd
FAQs: Harthill to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harthill 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 Harthill 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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