The cheapest and fastest coaches from Workington to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Workington to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Workington to Edinburgh will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 1 buses that leave Workington 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 147 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
7:555h30Workington13:25Edinburgh£261One-way0 changes
7:555h30Workington13:25Edinburgh£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Workington to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Workington to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 147 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Workington to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Workington to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:55 Workington | 5h30 | 13:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Workington to Edinburgh
Buses from Workington to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 18:51. The fastest coach covers the 147 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 147 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 4:30 |
Last bus 18:51 |
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FAQs: Workington to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Workington 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.

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