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Compare train and coach for Musselburgh to Forest Gate
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Musselburgh to Forest Gate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £218.
Distance: 529 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£61 Average Price Cheapest | £218 Average Price |
9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Musselburgh to Forest Gate
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Buses from Musselburgh to Forest Gate run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:43, the last at 08:05. The fastest coach covers the 529 km distance in 17h 10m.
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 529 km |
Average bus duration 9h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 10m |
First bus 04:43 |
Last bus 08:05 |
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: Megabus, Lothian Buses from Musselburgh to Forest GateYou can travel by bus between Musselburgh to Forest Gate with Megabus, Lothian Buses for as low as £60. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
Lothian Buses
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17h 10m
Cheapest Price
£60
Lothian Buses frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Musselburgh to Forest Gate coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Musselburgh to Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Musselburgh to Forest Gate can start from as little as £60 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Musselburgh to Forest Gate is £61; 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 Musselburgh to Forest Gate is 17h 10m to travel the 529 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 Musselburgh to Forest Gate leaves at 4:43. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate leaves at 8:05.
There are 1 coaches a day from Musselburgh to Forest Gate which require at least one change with Megabus, Lothian Buses. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate, you can count on Megabus, Lothian Buses for the best way to get you to Forest Gate. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Musselburgh and Forest Gate and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Forest Gate from Musselburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 17h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Musselburgh and Forest Gate including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Musselburgh to Forest Gate depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate.
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 Musselburgh to Forest Gate.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Musselburgh to Forest Gate:
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Musselburgh to Forest Gate:
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Musselburgh to Forest Gate with the following coach company: Megabus.
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