The cheapest and fastest coaches from Royston to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
15 h 30 m
Average duration
15 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
481 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Royston to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royston to Edinburgh will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 buses that leave Royston for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 481 km distance in an average of 15 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 30 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Royston to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royston to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 481 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price | £71 Average Price |
16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Royston to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Royston to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:50 Royston | 15h30 | 16:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Royston to Edinburgh
Buses from Royston to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 481 km distance in 15h 30m.
Distance 481 km |
Average bus duration 15h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 30m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) from Royston to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Royston to Edinburgh with A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) for as low as £44. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
A2B Bus & Coach (Royston)
FAQs: Royston to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Royston and Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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