The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swinton to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swinton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swinton to Edinburgh will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 1 buses that leave Swinton 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 299 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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 coach, train and flight for Swinton to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Swinton to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 299 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price | £59 Average Price |
7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swinton to Edinburgh
Buses from Swinton to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 299 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 299 km |
Average bus duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
FAQs: Swinton to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swinton 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swinton 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
- Bus: 100, 200
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