What's the distance between Bristol and Edinburgh by coach?

The journey from Bristol to Edinburgh by coach covers an approximate distance of 312 miles (503 km).

How can I travel from Bristol to Edinburgh avoiding air travel?

To travel from Bristol to Edinburgh without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Bristol to Edinburgh from £24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bristol to Edinburgh on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	14h 38m	23:33	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h	08:15	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	14h 30m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:00	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h 35m	21:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h 20m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h 55m	07:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	18h 19m	21:24	Edinburgh Regent Road	No tags
Bus	08:55	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	14h 57m	23:52	Edinburgh Regent Road	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Edinburgh on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	15h 22m	08:57	Edinburgh Airport	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h	08:15	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	14h 30m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:00	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h 35m	21:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h 20m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h 55m	07:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	18h 19m	21:24	Edinburgh Regent Road	No tags
Bus	08:55	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	14h 57m	23:52	Edinburgh Regent Road	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Edinburgh on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	14h 53m	23:33	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h	08:15	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	14h 30m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:00	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h 35m	21:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	15h 13m	23:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	13h 20m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:00	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	17h 29m	09:29	Edinburgh Regent Road	No tags
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	18h 38m	21:43	Edinburgh Haymarket Station North (Stop HB)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 22:11 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just £57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7hAverage duration

312 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£25 - £164	Average duration15h 30m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£58 - £493	Average duration6h 28m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£57 - £57	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

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Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Bristol and Edinburgh?

Stops in Bristol

A - Bristol, Bus & Coach Station

B - Westbury Road

C - The Centre

D - Park Avenue

E - Bond St

F - Cribbs Causeway

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bristol to Edinburgh

What's the distance between Bristol and Edinburgh by coach?
The journey from Bristol to Edinburgh by coach covers an approximate distance of 312 miles (503 km).
How can I travel from Bristol to Edinburgh avoiding air travel?
To travel from Bristol to Edinburgh without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

£51

13/11

£54

Today

£39

15/11

£27

16/11

£27

17/11

£29

18/11

£29

19/11

£28

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Edinburgh was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £27

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

You can expect to pay from £27 to £82 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-11-16.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time15h 30m	Avg price£43	Daily departures28
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time6h 28m	Avg price£277	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time7h	Avg price£57	Daily departures1