4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 59 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Longford to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Edinburgh will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 5 buses that leave Longford 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 529 km distance in an average of 10 h 59 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 50 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 coach, flight and train for Longford to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Longford to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £106.
Distance: 529 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£45 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price |
9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Longford to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Edinburgh coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:30 Longford | 9h55 | 06:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:10 Longford | 8h40 | 06:50 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
| 06:20 Longford | 12h50 | 19:10 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:50 Longford | 11h55 | 20:45 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Longford to Edinburgh
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Buses from Longford to Edinburgh run on average 16 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 529 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 529 km |
Average bus duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Longford to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Longford to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Longford to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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 Longford 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
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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