Bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on October 6
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on October 7
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on October 8
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on October 9
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on October 11
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on October 12
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Compare 2 ways to go from Glasgow to Edinburgh
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Users have shared positive feedback about the informative departure board and friendly bus driver. However, there was a concern regarding being dropped off at a remote parking lot, requiring passengers to walk with their luggage for 20 minutes over challenging surfaces to reach the terminal.
Flixbus Glasgow Edinburgh recent customer reviews
Was not made clear that we'd be left off at the remote parking lot and have to walk our luggage over 20 minutes at a FAST pace over bad surface to get to the terminal.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Sue T.
bought 2 bus tickets to edinburgh airport, got dropped off in a car park 20 minutes away after being told this was the stop at the airport and had to walk 20 minutes on the main road through roundabouts and traffic to get to the airport myself after paying to be brought to the airport
2.0 out of 5 stars
Lori H.
Stage was different than ticket. Bus stops several times on the way at hotel stops (where nobody gets in or out) and doesn’t go to the airport, but more than 10 minutes walk with heavy bags.
Passengers generally had a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting punctuality and friendly, helpful drivers. The buses were described as comfortable and easy to locate for boarding. However, there was an isolated incident where a passenger faced issues with luggage space despite available room on the bus.
Megabus Glasgow Edinburgh recent customer reviews
The bus broke down about 15 min into our journey and we had to hire a taxi to get to the airport as the replacement bus would not arrive in time
1.0 out of 5 stars
Michaela M.
The bus was very clean and comfortable. The drivers were very polite and helpful.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Arzu K.
Easy to find where to wait.
Helpful staff.
Booked passengers pulled out of queue to board first.
Comfortable journey and kept to time.
According to 36 reviews, National Express received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $11
National Express Glasgow Edinburgh recent customer reviews
The bus was never at the station and no departure boards showed where to go, I spent £20 total on tickets but both times the bus was nowhere to be seen, and no staff were available to show me where to go. I walked around the whole bus station looking but there wasn’t a single bus that matched the description of mine. I double checked the date, time, and bus station but nothing was wrong. I lost a lot of money which I need as a student.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Bea H.
The bus was 1 hour late but we pre-booked so we couldn't change to the other bus agency. Then as the bus arrived the divers complained why we waited for them as the citylink bus departs every 15 minutes from glasgow to Edinburgh. They were really unfriendly but anyway we took the bus and found it very unpleasant. The bus was almost empty but couldn't get rid if a certain smell something like babypampers. I felt sick from the smell after the 1 hour drive.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Lilli D.
Rude staff (tattooed woman driver, with old man assisting). Bus was in very poor hygienic conditions, bad smells, dirty, with rubbish all over the place. Bad bad bad.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Edinburgh by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh start from $11. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The average bus travel time from Glasgow to Edinburgh is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 58 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 39m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 482 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK, National Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Edinburgh at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh generates an estimated 1.449 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
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 30373 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
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.
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10-04
$16
10-05
$10
Today
$8
10-07
$7
10-08
$6
10-09
$6
10-10
$6
10-11
$7
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh was searched and found on Oct 8, 2026 with a price of $6
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $6 to $57 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2026-10-08.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh was searched and found on Oct 8, 2026 with a price of $6
