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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Winchester to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 04 Mar

Cheapest price

£77

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

13 h 51 m

Average duration

13 h 51 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

557 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Winchester to Edinburgh will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £77.

Fast coaches

To travel from Winchester to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.

Stagecoach South
16:3413h51
Winchester
06:25Edinburgh
£771One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Winchester to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Winchester to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £85.

Distance: 557 km

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Flight

£67

Average Price

£114

Average Price

£51

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Cheapest

11h 27m

Average total duration

10h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 30m

Average total duration

6h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 22m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Winchester to Edinburgh bus times

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

Last updated at 10:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express17:00 Winchester
14h20
07:20 Edinburgh0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Winchester to Edinburgh coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Winchester to Edinburgh.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Winchester to Edinburgh.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Winchester to Edinburgh

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Buses from Winchester to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 557 km distance in 13h 25m.

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
Flight from £20
Distance
557 km
Average bus duration
10h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
13h 25m
First bus
04:40
Last bus
23:40
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
Flight from £20

Bus providers: National Express from Winchester to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Winchester to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 25m
Cheapest Price
£38
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Winchester to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winchester 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 Winchester to Edinburgh can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Winchester to Edinburgh is £67; 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 Winchester to Edinburgh is 13h 25m to travel the 557 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 Winchester to Edinburgh leaves at 4:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Winchester to Edinburgh leaves at 23:40.
There are 2 coaches a day from Winchester to Edinburgh which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Winchester to Edinburgh, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Winchester and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Winchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride, Southampton, University, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University), Southampton Airport Parkway . When arriving in Edinburgh , you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Drum Brae South.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride, which is located around 0 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 Winchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 13h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Winchester to Edinburgh is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Winchester and Edinburgh including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Winchester to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Winchester to Edinburgh for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Winchester to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Winchester to Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Winchester to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Winchester to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Winchester to Edinburgh.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Winchester to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Winchester to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Winchester to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Winchester and Edinburgh

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Edinburgh
The major coach station for departures in Winchester is Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride for your trip from Winchester to Edinburgh.
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