Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 22 Jun

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£57

Fastest journey

9 h 50 m

Average duration

10 h 17 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

540 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.

Fast coaches

To travel from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • First Bus London
    19:4210h43
    Kingston upon Thames
    6:25Edinburgh
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • First Bus London
    21:309h50
    Kingston upon Thames
    7:20Edinburgh
    £591One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £75.

Distance: 540 km

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Flight

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

£104

Average Price

£65

Average Price

12h 40m

Average total duration

12h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 0m

Average total duration

5h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 20m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh coaches for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
First Bus London19:48 Kingston upon Thames
10h37
6:25 Edinburgh2 changes
First Bus London21:27 Kingston upon Thames
9h53
7:20 Edinburgh2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh by coach, train or flight

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Why should you book Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as First Bus London offer coaches services from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of First Bus London to find the best option for your trip from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh

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Buses from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 540 km distance in 8h 16m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22
Distance
540 km
Average bus duration
12h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
8h 16m
First bus
0:25
Last bus
23:40
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22

Bus providers: National Express, First Bus London from Kingston upon Thames to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh with National Express, First Bus London for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

First Bus London

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 50m
Cheapest Price
£54
First Bus London frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Thames 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is £37; 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 Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is 8h 16m to travel the 540 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 Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh, you can count on National Express, First Bus London for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Kingston upon Thames and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Kingston upon Thames , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station . When arriving in Edinburgh , you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Drum Brae South, Ingliston, Airport (Stance C), Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB), Edinburgh, St Andrew's House, Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF), Ingliston, Park & Ride, Edinburgh, Zoo North (Stop 1), Edinburgh, Zoo (Enterprise).Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Edinburgh from Kingston upon Thames is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 16m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kingston upon Thames and Edinburgh including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kingston upon Thames and Edinburgh

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Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
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)
information
carConnection
Car connection
Eastfield Road
Public transport options for Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
  • Bus: 100, 200
Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseAccessibility
Amenities at bus station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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