Bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Coach Station
    		Bus StationCheapest
    MegabusBus
      		Brunel Street
      		Edinburgh Airport Fastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Coach Station
        		Bus StationNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Great Charles Street Queensway
        		Bus StationNo tags
        MegabusBus
          		Brunel Street
          		Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1No tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:37 PM GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham 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 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 528, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          6h 10mAverage duration
          395 kmDistance
          17kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average priceR 330 - R 3 253Average duration9h 50m
          10kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average priceR 961 - R 10 883Average duration5h 4m
          9kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average priceR 528 - R 1 059Average duration6h 10m
          17kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Edinburgh by bus

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

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

            The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh start at R 330. The average price for this route is around R 712. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

            The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Edinburgh is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 398 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 1m and is operated by Megabus UK.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

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

            The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Edinburgh at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

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

            A bus trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

          6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 29762 reviews.

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

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

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham 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.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham 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.

          Best price found
          13/12
          R 791
          14/12
          R 992
          Today
          R 606
          16/12
          R 534
          17/12
          R 534
          18/12
          R 534
          19/12
          R 703
          20/12
          R 704
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 534

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

          You can expect to pay from R 534 to R 1 719 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 534, which is on 2025-12-16.

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

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