The cheapest and fastest coaches from Margate to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
15 h 10 m
Average duration
15 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Margate to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Edinburgh will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 1 buses that leave Margate for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 591 km distance in an average of 15 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 10 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 train, coach and flight for Margate to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. 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 £47, and a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 591 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price | £64 Average Price |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Margate to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:40 Margate | 15h10 | 06:50 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Margate to Edinburgh by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Margate to Edinburgh
Buses from Margate to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 09:49, the last at 22:05. The fastest coach covers the 591 km distance in 15h 10m.
Distance 591 km |
Average bus duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 10m |
First bus 09:49 |
Last bus 22:05 |
Bus providers: National Express from Margate to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Margate to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £47. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Margate to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Edinburgh
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Margate
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