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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 £25.
Distance: 83 km
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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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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johnstone to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Johnstone to Edinburgh run on average 91 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 89 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 83 km distance in 1h 10m.
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 83 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 91 |
Direct buses 89 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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 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
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 19m
Cheapest Price
£7
Megabus frequency
110 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.
Entertaiment on board
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Johnstone to Edinburgh can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Johnstone to Edinburgh is £6; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh is 1h 10m to travel the 83 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 89 direct coaches a day from Johnstone to Edinburgh with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh, you can count on Megabus for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Johnstone and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Johnstone , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) . When arriving in Edinburgh , you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Ingliston, Airport (Stance C), Edinburg, George Street (Stop GL), Edinburgh, St Andrew's House, Ingliston, Park & Ride, Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU), Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Johnstone is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Johnstone and Edinburgh including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Johnstone to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Johnstone to Edinburgh:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Johnstone to Edinburgh:
- 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Johnstone to Edinburgh with the following coach company: Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Johnstone and Edinburgh
Johnstone
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
Edinburg, George Street (Stop GL)
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