St Helens to Edinburgh bus

Wed 04 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Helens to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

14 h 25 m

Average duration

16 h 3 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

279 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from St Helens to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from St Helens to Edinburgh will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave St Helens for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 279 km distance in an average of 16 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 17 h 50 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.

FlixBus
04:4015h55
St Helens
20:35Edinburgh
£241One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
22:4517h50
St Helens
16:35Edinburgh
£311One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
16:5014h25
St Helens
07:15Edinburgh
£451One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach for St Helens to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £67.

Distance: 279 km

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Flight

£31

Average Price

Cheapest

£39

Average Price

£138

Average Price

14h 6m

Average total duration

13h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 52m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

St Helens to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for St Helens to Edinburgh coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 15:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus16:50 St Helens
14h25
07:15 Edinburgh0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
meinfernbus_flixbus04:40 St Helens
15h55
20:35 Edinburgh0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets St Helens to Edinburgh by coach

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from St Helens to Edinburgh

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Buses from St Helens to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £17 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the distance in 5h 37m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £17
Average bus duration
13h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
5h 37m
First bus
04:30
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £17

FAQs: St Helens to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens 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 St Helens to Edinburgh can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Helens to Edinburgh is £31; 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 St Helens to Edinburgh is 5h 37m to travel the 279 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 St Helens to Edinburgh leaves at 4:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from St Helens to Edinburgh leaves at 23:45.
When departing from St Helens , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Liverpool, Liverpool One, Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange), Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Warrington, Winwick Road (Fordton Leisure), Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive . When arriving in Edinburgh , you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, St Andrew's House.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Liverpool, Liverpool One, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Edinburgh from St Helens is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 37m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from St Helens to Edinburgh is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between St Helens and Edinburgh including taking a train, coach and flight.
No, the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh.
No, luggage for the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from St Helens to Edinburgh.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Helens and Edinburgh

St Helens
Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
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
Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseAccessibility
Amenities at bus station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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