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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
12 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 26 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Edinburgh will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
NXA8 · NX5915:4512h50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station18:35Edinburgh, Bus Station£641One-way1 change- NXA8 · NX59418:4512h35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station7:20Edinburgh, Bus Station£681One-way1 change
- NX777 · NX1831:0516h10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station17:15Edinburgh, Bus Station£691One-way1 change
- NX737 · NX59819:3012h10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station7:40Edinburgh, Bus Station£711One-way1 change
- NX737 · NX59819:3012h10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station7:40Edinburgh, Bus Station£711One-way1 change
- NXA8 · NX59418:4512h35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station7:20Edinburgh, Bus Station£681One-way1 change
- NXA8 · NX5915:4512h50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station18:35Edinburgh, Bus Station£641One-way1 change
- NX777 · NX1831:0516h10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station17:15Edinburgh, Bus Station£691One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. 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 £33, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 505 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£52 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price | £66 Average Price |
11h 53m Average total duration 11h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NXA8 · NX591 | 5:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 12h50 | 18:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX594 | 18:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 12h35 | 7:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX737 · NX598 | 19:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 12h10 | 7:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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| NX777 · NX183 | 1:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 16h10 | 17:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 505 km distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 505 km |
Average bus duration 11h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 19:30 |
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Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Edinburgh
Most London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Ingliston, Airport (Stance C) from Edinburgh city centre
Most popular bus connections from London Stansted Airport
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