Find coaches from Bristol to Edinburgh

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Next departures from Bristol to Edinburgh on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Drum BraeCheapest
Flixbus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Bus StationFastest
Flixbus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Bus StationNo tags
Flixbus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Bus StationNo tags
Flixbus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to Edinburgh

busbud logoWe 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 US$73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7hAverage duration
502 kmDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$32 - US$210Average duration15h 30m
13kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$74 - US$632Average duration6h 28m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$73 - US$73Average duration7h
21kg CO₂e

Bus Bristol to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$55
Average bus trip duration15h 30m
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure02:05
Distance501 km
Latest bus departure22:10

Bristol to Edinburgh Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bristol - Edinburgh

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh cost?

    The bus ticket price from Bristol to Edinburgh starts at US$32. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bristol to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bristol to Edinburgh?

    The average travel time between Bristol and Edinburgh is around 15h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h. This is the time it takes to travel the 503 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Bristol and Edinburgh?

    The number of buses from Bristol to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bristol to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Bristol to Edinburgh?

    When taking the bus from Bristol to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Megabus UK.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bristol to Edinburgh?

    Buses travelling between Bristol and Edinburgh leave from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station or Westbury Road and arrive at Bus Station, Edinburgh Airport, Haymarket.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/10
US$53
30/10
US$46
Today
US$40
01/11
US$55
02/11
US$63
03/11
US$43
04/11
US$32
05/11
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bristol to Edinburgh was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$32

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 US$32 to US$120 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 US$32, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bristol to Edinburgh.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bristol to Edinburgh, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bristol to Edinburgh will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Bristol to Edinburgh.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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