The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stockholm to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£128
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
2 d 9 h 45 m
Average duration
2 d 9 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1313 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stockholm to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Edinburgh will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £128.
Of the 1 buses that leave Stockholm 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 1313 km distance in an average of 2 d 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 9 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 d 9 h 45 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 Stockholm to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £679.
Distance: 1313 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£206 Average Price | £141 Average Price Cheapest | £679 Average Price |
46h 23m Average total duration 45h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 38m Average total duration 28h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stockholm to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Edinburgh coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 57h55 | 21:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stockholm to Edinburgh
Buses from Stockholm to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 45h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £117 but you can travel from only £50 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 09:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 1313 km distance in 45h 30m.
Distance 1313 km |
Average bus duration 45h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £117 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 45h 30m |
First bus 09:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Stockholm to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Stockholm to Edinburgh with FlixBus for as low as £50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stockholm to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockholm and Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Cityterminalen (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Swedish Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 50, 53, 57, 65 Metro: T-Centralen (all s) Train: Stockholm Central Station
- 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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