How much is the bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh start at R 188. The average price for this route is around R 414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh is 5h 41m, covering a distance of 198 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 40m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Middlesbrough to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

A bus trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh produces an estimated 5 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 Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough to Edinburgh from R 178 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh on 11 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 45m	21:45	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	6h 40m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	5h 44m	23:44	Drum Brae	No tags
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	6h 40m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	5h 52m	23:52	Newbridge	No tags

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh on 13 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	4h 40m	07:40	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:50	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 50m	20:40	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	4h 40m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	6h 40m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	6h 40m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh on 14 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	4h 40m	07:40	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:30	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 40m	20:10	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	4h 40m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	6h 40m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	6h 40m	17:15	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:16 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 5 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just R 188, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

5h 41mAverage duration

198 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 188 - R 697	Average duration5h 41m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 480 - R 480	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Middlesbrough and Edinburgh?

Stops in Middlesbrough

A
Middlesbrough Bus Station
20 Cleveland Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2NX, UK
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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

3.5/512 200 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12200 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 188

Flixbus Middlesbrough Edinburgh recent customer reviews

The 2 men had a great banter with us travellers, diverted when there was a lot of traffic that would hold us up further & did a quick stop at Border for photo opportunity which was fab

Paris F.

10 July 2025

National Express

4/529 871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh start at R 188. The average price for this route is around R 414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh is 5h 41m, covering a distance of 198 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Middlesbrough to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh produces an estimated 5 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 Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough 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

09/02

R 414

10/02

R 260

Today

R 250

12/02

R 208

13/02

R 445

14/02

R 480

15/02

No data

16/02

R 227

The cheapest trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh was searched and found on 12 Feb 2026 with a price of R 208

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

You can expect to pay from R 208 to R 984 for a bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 208, which is on 2026-02-12.