How far is Bradford from Edinburgh?

The distance between the two cities is 160 miles (258 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bradford to Edinburgh?

Most of the buses traveling from Bradford to Edinburgh leave from Bradford Interchange and arrive at Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Once in Edinburgh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh Castle, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, Arthur's Seat and Mountain Biking.

Bus Bradford to Edinburgh from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bradford to Edinburgh on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	8h 20m	7:35am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bradford to Edinburgh on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	8h 20m	7:35am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bradford to Edinburgh on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	8h 20m	7:35am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bradford to Edinburgh on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	8h 20m	7:35am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bradford to Edinburgh on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	8h 20m	7:35am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bradford to Edinburgh on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	8h 20m	7:35am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:24 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bradford to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 20mAverage Duration

160 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $84	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$28 - $28	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,321 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Where are the popular stops in Bradford and Edinburgh?

Stops in Bradford

A - Bradford Interchange

B - Bradford Coach Station

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bradford to Edinburgh by bus

How far is Bradford from Edinburgh?
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What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

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Today

$52

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$69

11/17

$63

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$52

11/19

$40

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$51

The cheapest trip from Bradford to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $69 for a bus ticket from Bradford to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-11-19.