4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 33 m
Buses per day
14
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 £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £60.
Of the 14 buses that leave Longford for Edinburgh every day 2 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 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.
NX403 · NX591NX594
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight 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 coach with prices starting from £28. 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 £28, and a train costs an average of £95.
Distance: 529 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £143 Average Price |
9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m 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 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX403 · NX591 | Delayed 16:40 06:45London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 12h10 | 18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 11h30 | 07:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 14h34 | 10:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 20:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 9h55 | 06:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 14h09 | 10:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
| NX594 | 22:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 8h40 | 06:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX595 · NX591 | 23:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 10h45 | 10:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 5 December | |||||
| NX403 · NX591 | Delayed 13:35 06:20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 12h50 | 19:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX550 · NX183 | 08:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 11h55 | 20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX025 · NX421 · NX183 | On time 23:59 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 17h21 | 17:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
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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 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 529 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 529 km |
Average bus duration 9h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 00:35 |
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 £26. 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre.
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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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