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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Windsor to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
12 h 7 m
Average duration
12 h 11 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Windsor to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Windsor to Edinburgh will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Windsor for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 525 km distance in an average of 12 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 7 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 15 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 Windsor to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Windsor to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 525 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price | £70 Average Price |
11h 26m Average total duration 10h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Windsor to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Windsor to Edinburgh coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE702 · NX594 | On time 18:35 Windsor | 12h15 | 06:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE702 · NX598 | On time 19:33 Windsor | 12h07 | 07:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Windsor to Edinburgh
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Buses from Windsor to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 525 km distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 525 km |
Average bus duration 10h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Windsor to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Windsor to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Windsor to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windsor 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.
When departing from Windsor, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Windsor and Windsor, Legoland (Main Entrance). When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your trip in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Ingliston, Edinburgh Airport - Terminal Forecourt (Stop F) and Ingliston, Edinburgh Airport.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Windsor, which is located around 0.5 miles (794 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Windsor and Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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