Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh bus with National Express

Fri, 07 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

9 h 25 m

Average duration

9 h 30 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 £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Kingston upon Thames 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 540 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 35 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.

Megabus
08:309h25
Kingston upon Thames
17:55Edinburgh
£291One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
07:009h35
Kingston upon Thames
16:35Edinburgh
£481One-way
0 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 £65.

Distance: 540 km

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Flight

£28

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Cheapest

£125

Average Price

£71

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

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4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 20m

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3h 0m

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National Express

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LNER

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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, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 01:27
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
megb08:30 Kingston upon Thames
9h25
17:55 Edinburgh0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus11:30 Kingston upon Thames
9h05
20:35 Edinburgh0 changesdirect
megb20:30 Kingston upon Thames
9h10
05:40 Edinburgh0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus22:59 Kingston upon Thames
8h16
07:15 Edinburgh0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh

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Buses from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.

There are 3 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
Distance
540 km
Average bus duration
12h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
8h 16m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:40
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: National Express, London General from Kingston upon Thames to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh with National Express, London General for as low as £25. 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.

London General

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 39m
London General frequency
1 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 £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh coach time is 8 h 1 min   covering the 334 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh leaves at 23: 40.
There are 8 coaches a day from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus or London General. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh you can take a coach with National Express, FlixBus or London General. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Edinburgh from Kingston upon Thames on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh including taking a coach, train or flight.
No, the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
    No, luggage for the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.

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    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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