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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milngavie to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 01 Aug
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
175
Distance
70 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milngavie to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milngavie to Edinburgh will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Fast coaches
Of the 175 buses that leave Milngavie for Edinburgh every day 154 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 70 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest buses will take 58 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.
NX18310:301h10Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station11:40Edinburgh, Bus Station£61One-way0 changes- NX18019:551h05Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station21:00Edinburgh, Bus Station£71One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:051h19Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station12:24Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF)£91One-way0 changes- FlixBus16:351h27Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station18:02Edinburgh, Bus Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:351h11Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station19:46Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus4:300h56Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station5:26Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus5:450h56Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station6:41Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:050h58Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station23:03Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:100h58Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station0:08Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:050h58Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station22:03Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Milngavie to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milngavie to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 70 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milngavie to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milngavie to Edinburgh coaches for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:05 Milngavie | 1h11 | 22:16 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:10 Milngavie | 0h58 | 0:08 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 1 August | |||||
| FlixBus | 4:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 5:45 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 5:40 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 5:35 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h56 | 5:26 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 7:04 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 6:55 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h56 | 6:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 6:50 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 7:29 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 7:22 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 7:16 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:07 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 7:54 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 7:47 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:32 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 7:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h35 | 13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 7:52 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:01 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 8:07 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 8:14 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2h30 | 9:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h30 | 12:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h35 | 11:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 8:44 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:22 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 8:37 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:31 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 8:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h35 | 13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 9:14 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h17 | 9:07 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h02 | 8:52 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h11 | 9:01 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h05 | 9:40 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h28 | 10:03 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h14 | 9:49 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:55 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 10:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 10:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 10:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 10:32 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h05 | 13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX591 | 9:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 10:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 10:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 11:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 10:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 10:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 11:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 11:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 11:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 11:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h05 | 13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX183 | 10:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h10 | 11:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 11:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 11:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 11:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 12:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 12:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 12:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h45 | 18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h50 | 17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h50 | 15:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 12:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 12:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 12:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 13:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 13:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 13:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 13:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 13:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 13:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 13:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 14:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 13:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 14:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 14:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 14:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h55 | 17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h50 | 18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 14:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 14:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 14:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 14:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 15:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 15:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 15:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 15:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 15:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 15:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 15:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 16:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 15:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 16:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 16:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 16:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 16:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 16:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 17:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 16:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 16:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 17:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 17:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 17:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 17:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h00 | 19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 18:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h04 | 17:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h19 | 17:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h13 | 17:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h05 | 19:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milngavie to Edinburgh
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Buses from Milngavie to Edinburgh run on average 135 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 112 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 70 km distance in 58m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 70 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 135 |
Direct buses 112 |
Fastest bus 58m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, West Coast Motors, Midland Bluebird from Milngavie to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Milngavie to Edinburgh with FlixBus, West Coast Motors, Midland Bluebird for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
139 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
West Coast Motors
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
£9
West Coast Motors frequency
10 a day
Midland Bluebird
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Midland Bluebird frequency
14 a day
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Things to do in Edinburgh
Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
- Must visit
Scottish National Gallery
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
- Recommended
Fruitmarket
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
- Must visit
Royal Mile
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
- Must visit
Arthur's Seat
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
- Recommended
Princes Street Gardens
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
- Gluten-free
Cullen skink
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Haggis
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
- Vegetarian
Cranachan
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
The Kitchin
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Whiski Rooms
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
The Cafe Royal
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
Bus & Tram
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.40
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Edinburgh Bus Station -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless payment works on Lothian Buses and for adult single tram tickets. Tram contactless capping is available, but Lothian bus TapTapCap does not apply on trams.
- City Day tickets are valid on Lothian Buses and on Edinburgh Trams within the city zone only. Travel to or from Edinburgh Airport needs the appropriate airport or network fare.
FAQs: Milngavie to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milngavie 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Milngavie to Edinburgh can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Milngavie to Edinburgh is £5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh is 58m to travel the 70 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 112 direct coaches a day from Milngavie to Edinburgh with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh, you can count on FlixBus, West Coast Motors, Midland Bluebird for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Milngavie and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Milngavie , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station . When arriving in Edinburgh , you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB), Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF), Edinburgh, Drum Brae South, Edinburgh, St Andrew's House, Ingliston, Park & Ride.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Milngavie is worth doing with a journey time of 58m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milngavie and Edinburgh including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Milngavie to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Milngavie to Edinburgh:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Milngavie to Edinburgh:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Milngavie to Edinburgh with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milngavie and Edinburgh
Most Milngavie to Edinburgh buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House. Use this guide to compare Milngavie and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Milngavie
Arrival bus stations in Edinburgh
Which Edinburgh station do buses from Milngavie arrive at?
Buses from Milngavie to Edinburgh most often arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station. Some services arrive at {secondaryArrivalStation}, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Edinburgh arrival station.
Edinburgh, Bus StationElder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Bus10, 11 · 2m · £2 · every ~30 min
Uk090 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~32 min
TramEdinburgh York Place - Edinburgh Airport, T50 · 3m · £4 · every ~38 min
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.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseEdinburgh EH7 5BN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
BusX19, 43, X18, X27, X28 · 6m · £2 · every ~36 min
15, 26, 44, X26 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~40 min
Uk090 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
Uk090 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
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.
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