London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times and prices for 22 Nov

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

8 h 40 m

Average duration

11 h 15 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

530 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 530 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 12 h 45 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.

National Express
06:0011h55
London Heathrow Airport
17:55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
£351One-way
0 changes
National Express
05:1012h45
London Heathrow Airport
17:55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
£391One-way
0 changes
National Express
07:5011h25
London Heathrow Airport
19:15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
£521One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
19:0511h30
London Heathrow Airport
06:35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
£531One-way
0 changes
National Express
21:108h40
London Heathrow Airport
05:50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
£561One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £41.

Distance: 530 km

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Flight

£49

Average Price

Cheapest

£145

Average Price

£158

Average Price

9h 27m

Average total duration

8h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 38m

Average total duration

5h 8m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 25m

Average total duration

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1h 25m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX025 · NX591
Delayed
11:10 05:55London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
13h15
19:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX550 · NX183
Delayed
11:55 08:05London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
12h40
20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station		2 changes
national_expressNX202 · NX550 · NX183
Delayed
16:00 08:05London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
12h40
20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station		2 changes
national_expressNX550 · NX183
On time
08:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
11h55
20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
11h30
07:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
14h07
10:32 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
9h55
06:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · NX594
On time
21:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
9h45
06:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX59422:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
8h40
06:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX595 · NX591
On time
23:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
10h45
10:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX421 · NX183
On time
23:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
17h35
17:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station		2 changes
national_expressNX025 · NX421 · NX183
On time
23:59 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
17h21
17:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station		2 changes
Saturday 22 November
national_express05:10 London Heathrow Airport
12h45
17:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
national_express06:00 London Heathrow Airport
11h55
17:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 530 km distance in 8h 40m.

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
530 km
Average bus duration
8h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
8h 40m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
21:10
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 from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)You can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with National Express for as low as £29. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 40m
Cheapest Price
£29
National Express frequency
10 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.

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is £49; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coach travel time is 8 h 40 min   for the 328 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 00: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 22: 45.
There are 9 coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) including taking a coach, train or flight.
No, the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
    No, luggage for the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

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