Bus from Edinburgh to London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to London on February 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Bus Station
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)Fastest
National ExpressBus
Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Bus Station
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)No tags
National ExpressBus
Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
8h 20mAverage Duration
534 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$34 - $164Average Duration12h 20m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$53 - $710Average Duration4h 31m
13kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$73 - $107Average Duration8h 20m
22kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to London by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to London?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to London start from $34. The average price for this route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to London?

    The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to London is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 529 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to London route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 93 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to London?

    The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to London at 7:29am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to London?

    A bus trip from Edinburgh to London generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to London?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to London?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
02-10
$75
02-11
$75
Today
$72
02-13
$77
02-14
$66
02-15
$79
02-16
$60
02-17
$51
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to London was searched and found on Feb 17, 2026 with a price of $51

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $51 to $201 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-02-17.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to London?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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