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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paisley to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paisley to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paisley to Edinburgh will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 buses that leave Paisley for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
10:301h10Paisley11:40Edinburgh£81One-way0 changes- 9:151h10Paisley10:25Edinburgh£91One-way0 changes
- 9:151h10Paisley10:25Edinburgh£91One-way0 changes
- 10:301h10Paisley11:40Edinburgh£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paisley to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paisley to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 78 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m 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
Paisley to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paisley to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:15 Paisley | 1h10 | 10:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Paisley | 1h10 | 11:40 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Paisley to Edinburgh coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, McGills Buses or First Greater Glasgow to find the best option for your trip from Paisley to Edinburgh.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Paisley to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, McGills Buses or First Greater Glasgow to find the best option for your trip from Paisley to Edinburgh.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Paisley to Edinburgh.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paisley to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Paisley to Edinburgh run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 78 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 78 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, McGills Buses, First Greater Glasgow from Paisley to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Paisley to Edinburgh with National Express, Megabus, McGills Buses, First Greater Glasgow for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paisley to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paisley 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paisley and Edinburgh
Most Paisley 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 Paisley and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses from Paisley arrive at?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
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.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
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.
Getting to Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square from Edinburgh city centre
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