Bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Liverpool to Edinburgh on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Liverpool One
Bus StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Liverpool One
Bus StationFastest
FlixbusBus
Liverpool One
Bus StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Liverpool One
Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 21:03 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Liverpool 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 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 20mAverage duration
176 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£18 - £80Average duration17h 50m
7kg CO₂e
Average price£41 - £140Average duration3h 24m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£14 - £36Average duration4h 20m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh start from £18. The average price for this route is around £33. 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 journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

    The average bus journey time from Liverpool to Edinburgh is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 177 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 14h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

    The earliest bus departs from Liverpool to Edinburgh at 05:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

    A bus journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02/12
£27
03/12
£25
Today
£30
05/12
£19
06/12
£29
07/12
£39
08/12
£21
09/12
£21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Liverpool to Edinburgh was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £55 for a bus ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-05.

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