Rutherglen to Edinburgh bus with Megabus

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Compare train and coach for Rutherglen to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rutherglen to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 65 km

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£17

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1h 54m

Average total duration

1h 24m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Rutherglen to Edinburgh

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Buses from Rutherglen to Edinburgh run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 23 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 65 km distance in 1h 6m.

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
65 km
Average bus duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
30
Direct buses
23
Fastest bus
1h 6m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
23:45
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 Rutherglen to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Rutherglen to Edinburgh with Megabus for as low as £5. 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
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£7
Megabus frequency
106 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: Rutherglen to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rutherglen 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Rutherglen to Edinburgh can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rutherglen to Edinburgh is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Rutherglen to Edinburgh coach travel time is 1 h 2 min   for the 40 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh leaves at 00: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh leaves at 23: 55.
There are 91 coaches a day from Rutherglen to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh, you can count on Megabus for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Rutherglen and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Rutherglen is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 2 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Rutherglen to Edinburgh by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel between Rutherglen and Edinburgh 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Rutherglen to Edinburgh, follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh.
    No, luggage for the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Rutherglen to Edinburgh.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Rutherglen and Edinburgh

    Rutherglen
    Edinburgh
    Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Elder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Elder Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café at the Station (in the station)
    • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
    • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
    Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
    information
    address
    Address
    Ingliston, Airport (Stance C), Edinburgh, UK
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Eastfield Road
    Public transport options for Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
    • Bus: 100, 200
    Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseAccessibility
    Amenities at bus station
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    information
    address
    Address
    Edinburgh EH7 5BN, UK
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
    Edinburg, George Street (Stop GL)
    information
    Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
    information

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