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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 6 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 £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 505 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price | £90 Average Price |
11h 56m Average total duration 11h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m 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, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:30 London Stansted Airport | 12h10 | 07:40 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
| NX777 · NX183 | On time 01:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 16h10 | 17:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX737 · NX591 | On time 07:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 11h35 | 18:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX594 | On time 18:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 12h30 | 07:20 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 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 505 km distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 505 km |
Average bus duration 11h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 19:30 |
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 £18. 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- 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
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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