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Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £9. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 83 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £24 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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Live departures
Johnstone to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Johnstone to Edinburgh coaches for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 9:15 Johnstone | 1h10 | 10:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Johnstone to Edinburgh by train or coach
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Why should you book Johnstone to Edinburgh coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of McGills Buses to find the best option for your trip from Johnstone to Edinburgh.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Johnstone to Edinburgh.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johnstone to Edinburgh
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Buses from Johnstone to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 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 £9 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, McGills Buses from Johnstone to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Johnstone to Edinburgh with Megabus, McGills Buses for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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McGills Buses
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
Most Johnstone to Edinburgh buses use the Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House. Use this guide to compare Johnstone and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses from Johnstone arrive at?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
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.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
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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