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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Musselburgh to London
Showing times and prices for 05 Aug
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
10 h 8 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
529 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Musselburgh to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Musselburgh to London will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Fast coaches
To travel from Musselburgh to London you need to make at least 2 changes.
4:2514h55High Street (stop C)19:20London£511One-way1 change
8:1611h04High Street (stop D)19:20London£521One-way2 changes- 22:009h00High Street (stop C)7:00London£531One-way2 changes
- 22:5010h40High Street (stop C)9:30London£531One-way2 changes
- 10:2210h13High Street (stop C)20:35London£541One-way2 changes
- 22:009h00High Street (stop C)7:00London£531One-way2 changes
- 20:029h43High Street (stop C)5:45London£541One-way2 changes
- 10:2210h13High Street (stop C)20:35London£541One-way2 changes
- 22:5010h40High Street (stop C)9:30London£531One-way2 changes
- 8:1611h04High Street (stop D)19:20London£521One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Musselburgh to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Musselburgh to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. 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 £33, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 529 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £74 Average Price |
9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Musselburgh to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Musselburgh to London coaches for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:16 High Street (stop D) | 11h04 | 19:20 London | 2 changes | |
| 10:22 High Street (stop C) | 10h13 | 20:35 London | 2 changes | |
| 20:02 High Street (stop C) | 9h43 | 5:45 London | 2 changes | |
| 22:00 High Street (stop C) | 9h00 | 7:00 London | 2 changes | |
| 22:50 High Street (stop C) | 10h40 | 9:30 London | 2 changes | |
| 4:25 High Street (stop C) | 14h55 | 19:20 London | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Musselburgh to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Musselburgh to London run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 529 km distance in 8h 50m.
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 £33 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 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: Megabus, Lothian Buses, East Coast Buses from Musselburgh to LondonYou can travel by bus between Musselburgh to London with Megabus, Lothian Buses, East Coast Buses for as low as £33. 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
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£21
Megabus frequency
4 a day
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
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
£51
Lothian Buses frequency
4 a day
East Coast Buses
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 9m
Cheapest Price
£52
East Coast Buses frequency
1 a day
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Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- £20-40 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- £80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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- Single ticket
- £2.90
- Day pass
- £16.60
To the city centre
London Victoria Coach Station -> Charing Cross, London
- Distance
- 2.6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
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FAQs: Musselburgh to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Musselburgh to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Musselburgh to London can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Musselburgh to London is £33; 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 London is 8h 50m 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 London leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Musselburgh to London leaves at 23:56.
Yes, there are 12 direct coaches a day from Musselburgh to London with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Musselburgh to London, you can count on Megabus, Lothian Buses, East Coast Buses for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Musselburgh and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Musselburgh , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH), Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Earl's Court, London, Baker Street Station, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Lewisham, London, Eltham.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Musselburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Musselburgh to London is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Musselburgh and London including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Musselburgh to London:
- 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 London for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Musselburgh to London 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 London.
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 London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Musselburgh to London:
- 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 London:
- 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 London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Musselburgh to London with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Musselburgh to London with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Musselburgh to London with the following coach company: Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Musselburgh and London
Most Musselburgh to London buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Musselburgh and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Musselburgh
Arrival bus stations in London
Which London station do buses from Musselburgh arrive at?
Buses from Musselburgh to London most often arrive at London, Victoria Coach Station. Some services arrive at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
BusN113 · 22m · £2 · every ~2 min
A1, A31, A2, A6 · 25m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
757 · 28m · £4 · every ~9 min
A31, A1, A2, A6 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Uk023, Ukx010, Ukn21, Ukn10, Uk003, Uk014, Uk008, Ukn11, Uk010, Uk020, Uk004, Uk021, Uk001, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn30, Uk030, Uk005, Uk002, Ukn31 · 40m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
13 · 41m · £4 · every ~28 min
SubwayJubilee · 12m · £5 · every ~68 min
Jubilee · 12m · £5 · every ~68 min
London, Earl's Court
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Earl's Court from London city centre
BusN97 · 19m · £23 · every ~3 min
C1 · 36m · £2 · every ~21 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · £4 · every ~91 min
District · 14m · £5 · every ~82 min
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