Musselburgh to London bus with Megabus

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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 £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £50.

Distance: 529 km

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£35

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£104

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£45

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9h 40m

Average total duration

9h 10m

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5h 9m

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4h 39m

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4h 20m

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Compare prices and tickets Musselburgh to London by train, coach or flight

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Musselburgh to London

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Buses from Musselburgh to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 529 km distance in 12h 5m.

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
£35
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
12h 5m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:56
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 from Musselburgh to LondonYou can travel by bus between Musselburgh to London with Megabus for as low as £35. 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
£22
Megabus frequency
5 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

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Musselburgh to London can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Musselburgh to London is £35; 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 12h 5m 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 5 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 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, St Andrew's House, Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre), London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Eltham, London, Lewisham, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Baker Street Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0 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 12h 5m 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

Musselburgh
London
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
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Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre)
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London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
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