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Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Livingston to Edinburgh. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Livingston to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 09 Aug

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

16 m

Average duration

16 m

Buses per day

114

Distance

21 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Livingston to Edinburgh will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

Of the 114 buses that leave Livingston for Edinburgh every day 114 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 21 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 m .

The slowest buses will take 16 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.

FlixBus
13:200h42
Livingston, Deer Park
14:02Edinburgh, Bus Station
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
12:200h42
Livingston, Deer Park
13:02Edinburgh, Bus Station
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
14:200h28
Livingston, Deer Park
14:48Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
17:200h42
Livingston, Deer Park
18:02Edinburgh, Bus Station
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
20:490h36
Livingston, Deer Park
21:25Edinburgh, Bus Station
£51One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Livingston to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Livingston to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £5.

Distance: 21 km

Compare bus with

Coach	Most popular Train
£5 Average Price Cheapest	£7 Average Price
1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Livingston to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Livingston to Edinburgh coaches for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus	16:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	17:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	16:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	16:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	16:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	16:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	16:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	17:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	16:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	17:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	16:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	17:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	17:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	17:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	17:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	18:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	17:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	17:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	17:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	18:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	17:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	18:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	17:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	18:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	18:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	19:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	18:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	18:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	18:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	18:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	18:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h41	19:31 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	18:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	19:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	18:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	19:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h26	19:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	19:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h17	19:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	19:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h39	19:59 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	19:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h17	20:07 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	19:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h26	20:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	19:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h38	20:28 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	20:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h38	20:58 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	20:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h26	20:46 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	20:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h17	20:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	20:49 Livingston, Deer Park	0h24	21:13 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	20:49 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	21:05 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	20:49 Livingston, Deer Park	0h36	21:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	21:19 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	21:35 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	21:19 Livingston, Deer Park	0h36	21:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	21:19 Livingston, Deer Park	0h24	21:43 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	21:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h24	22:11 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	21:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	22:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	21:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h36	22:23 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	22:17 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	22:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	22:17 Livingston, Deer Park	0h36	22:53 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	22:17 Livingston, Deer Park	0h24	22:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	22:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h24	23:11 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	22:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h36	23:23 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	22:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	23:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	23:17 Livingston, Deer Park	0h24	23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	23:17 Livingston, Deer Park	0h36	23:53 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	23:17 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	23:33 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	23:52 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	0:08 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	23:52 Livingston, Deer Park	0h24	0:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	23:52 Livingston, Deer Park	0h36	0:28 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
Sunday 9 August
FlixBus	5:10 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	5:26 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	5:10 Livingston, Deer Park	0h35	5:45 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	5:10 Livingston, Deer Park	0h25	5:35 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	5:40 Livingston, Deer Park	0h25	6:05 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	5:40 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	5:56 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	5:40 Livingston, Deer Park	0h35	6:15 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	6:25 Livingston, Deer Park	0h25	6:50 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	6:25 Livingston, Deer Park	0h16	6:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	6:25 Livingston, Deer Park	0h39	7:04 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	6:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	7:29 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	6:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h29	7:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	6:47 Livingston, Deer Park	0h20	7:07 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	7:12 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	7:54 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	7:12 Livingston, Deer Park	0h20	7:32 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	7:12 Livingston, Deer Park	0h29	7:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	7:32 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	8:14 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	7:32 Livingston, Deer Park	0h20	7:52 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	7:32 Livingston, Deer Park	0h29	8:01 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	8:02 Livingston, Deer Park	0h20	8:22 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	8:02 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	8:44 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	8:02 Livingston, Deer Park	0h29	8:31 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	8:32 Livingston, Deer Park	0h20	8:52 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	8:32 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	9:14 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	8:32 Livingston, Deer Park	0h29	9:01 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	9:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h20	9:40 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	9:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h29	9:49 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	9:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h43	10:03 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	9:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	10:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	9:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	10:32 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	9:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	10:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	10:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	10:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	10:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	11:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	10:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	10:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	10:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	11:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	10:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	11:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	10:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	11:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	11:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	11:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	11:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	11:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	11:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	12:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	11:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	12:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	11:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	12:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	11:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	12:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	12:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	13:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	12:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	12:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	12:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	12:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	12:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	13:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	12:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	13:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	12:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	13:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	13:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	14:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	13:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	13:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	13:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	13:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	13:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	14:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	13:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	14:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	13:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	14:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	14:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	14:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	14:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	15:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	14:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	14:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	14:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	15:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	14:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	15:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	14:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	15:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	15:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	15:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	15:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	16:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	15:20 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	15:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	15:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h19	16:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	15:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h42	16:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	15:50 Livingston, Deer Park	0h28	16:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)	0 changesdirect
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Why should you book Livingston to Edinburgh coaches with Omio?

FlixBus as well as Megabus offer coaches services from Livingston to Edinburgh.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Livingston to Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Buses from Livingston to Edinburgh run on average 103 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by train.

There are 103 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 21 km distance in 28m.

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

Train from £5

Distance

21 km

Average bus duration

31m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Buses per day

103

Direct buses

103

Fastest bus

28m

First bus

0:02

Last bus

23:52

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

42 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £5

Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from Livingston to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Livingston to Edinburgh with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

28m

Cheapest Price

£5

FlixBus frequency

110 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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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

34m

Cheapest Price

£7

Megabus frequency

15 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.

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Things to do in Edinburgh

Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.

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National Museum of Scotland

National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.

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Scottish National Gallery

Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.

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Fruitmarket

Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.

Average meal costs

Budget: £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range: £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: £70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.

FAQs: Livingston to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Livingston 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 Livingston to Edinburgh can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Livingston to Edinburgh is £5; 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 Livingston to Edinburgh is 28m to travel the 21 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 Livingston to Edinburgh leaves at 0:02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Livingston to Edinburgh leaves at 23:52.

Yes, there are 103 direct coaches a day from Livingston to Edinburgh with FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

When taking a coach from Livingston to Edinburgh, you can count on FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Livingston and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

A day trip to Edinburgh from Livingston is worth doing with a journey time of 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Livingston to Edinburgh is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Livingston and Edinburgh including taking a coach and train.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Livingston 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.
FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Livingston to Edinburgh for coach company FlixBus, Megabus.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Livingston 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.
FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.

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 Livingston to Edinburgh.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Livingston 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).
FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Livingston 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.
FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Livingston to Edinburgh. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Livingston to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Livingston to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Livingston to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Livingston and Edinburgh

Most Livingston to Edinburgh buses use the Livingston, Deer Park to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House. Use this guide to compare Livingston and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Livingston

Arrival bus stations in Edinburgh

Which Livingston station do buses to Edinburgh leave from?

Buses from Livingston to Edinburgh leave from Livingston, Deer Park. The station is 1 km from Livingston city centre at Deans, Livingston EH54 8AF, UK.

Livingston, Deer ParkDeans, Livingston EH54 8AF, UK Accessibility

City-centre transport

Getting to Livingston, Deer Park from Livingston city centre

Livingston, Deer Park is 1 km from Livingston city centre. Check local transport options before travel.

Livingston, Deer Park bus station facilities and services

Livingston, Deer Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Livingston, Deer Park: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A)Livingston, UK Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A) from Livingston city centre

Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A) is 2 km from Livingston city centre. Public transport options include:

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Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A) bus station facilities and services

Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A). ATMs are available at Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A): Parking, Taxis, WC.