How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh start at R 341. The average price for this route is around R 566. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Edinburgh is 9h 53m, covering a distance of 395 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 7m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

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.

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.

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 29871 reviews.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Birmingham to Edinburgh from R 289 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Coach Station	8h 40m	20:40	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	10h 57m	11:02	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	9h 30m	17:15	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 7m	08:12	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	Fastest
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	9h 30m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	9h 30m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	9h 30m	17:15	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 7m	08:12	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	Fastest
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	9h 30m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	9h 30m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Coach Station	8h 25m	20:25	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Coach Station	8h 25m	20:25	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Great Charles Street Queensway	10h 35m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Coach Station	8h 25m	20:25	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Great Charles Street Queensway	10h 35m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Edinburgh on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	9h 57m	23:37	Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Coach Station	8h 25m	20:25	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	9h 45m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags

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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 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 702, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 30mAverage duration

395 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 341 - R 1 690	Average duration9h 53m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 910 - R 10 376	Average duration5h 6m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 702 - R 955	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Edinburgh?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
Visit page
D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529 871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers have expressed satisfaction with the service, mentioning it as very good and perfect. However, some reviews mention issues such as a coughing passenger, crying baby, and squeaky seat.

National Express Birmingham Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Everything was perfect besides coughing passenger, crying baby and a squeaky seat.

Bruce M.

11 September 2022

Unpleasant Rude driver and conductor Toilet on the bus out of order Seats barely recline

Somya J.

25 October 2019

Punctual and the bus driver was good, advised the passenger who talking over phone not to do so as our journey is overnight, other passengers would like a quiet environment and take a good rest. Safe journey too.

Xiao Ting W.

31 May 2019

Megabus UK

3.5/54 306 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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.

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh start at R 341. The average price for this route is around R 566. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Edinburgh is 9h 53m, covering a distance of 395 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 7m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
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.
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.
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 29871 reviews.
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.
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.
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

27/01

R 661

28/01

R 515

Today

R 852

30/01

R 587

31/01

R 586

01/02

R 516

02/02

R 457

03/02

R 395

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 395

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 395 to R 1 732 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 395, which is on 2026-02-03.

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

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 53m	Avg priceR 566	Daily departures25
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 6m	Avg priceR 1 186	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 30m	Avg priceR 853	Daily departures1