The cheapest and fastest coaches from Johnstone to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Johnstone to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Johnstone 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 Johnstone 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 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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 Johnstone to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Johnstone 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 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 83 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Johnstone to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Johnstone to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:15 Johnstone | 1h10 | 10:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johnstone to Edinburgh
Buses from Johnstone to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 83 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Johnstone to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Johnstone to Edinburgh with Megabus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Johnstone to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johnstone 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Johnstone 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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