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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
15 h 26 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 5 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 569 km distance in an average of 15 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 569 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price | £105 Average Price |
13h 19m Average total duration 12h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh coaches for today, Tuesday 17 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 London Gatwick Airport | 16h41 | 11:41 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:10 London Gatwick Airport | 13h53 | 09:03 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:30 London Gatwick Airport | 19h25 | 18:55 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 18 February | |||||
| 04:40 London Gatwick Airport | 14h15 | 18:55 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:15 London Gatwick Airport | 14h15 | 20:30 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh run on average 19 times per day, taking around 12h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 569 km distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 569 km |
Average bus duration 12h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 04:40 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London Gatwick Airport to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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