Bus from Bristol to Edinburgh: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bristol to Edinburgh on December 8
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FlixBusBus
Airport Bus Station Bristol
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FlixBusBus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
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FlixBusBus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
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FlixBusBus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
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FlixBusBus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
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Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7hAverage Duration
312 milesDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$32 - $170Average Duration16h 20m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$72 - $688Average Duration6h 32m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$73 - $73Average Duration7h
21kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bristol to Edinburgh by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bristol to Edinburgh start from $32. The average price for this route is around $53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Bristol to Edinburgh is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 161 miles (259 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 33m and is operated by Megabus UK.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Bristol to Edinburgh at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

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

    A bus trip from Bristol to Edinburgh generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Bristol to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4283 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Bristol to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bristol to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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
12/06
$69
12/07
$83
Today
$33
12/09
$37
12/10
$33
12/11
$33
12/12
$35
12/13
$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bristol to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $33

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 $33 to $83 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 $33 which is on 2025-12-10.

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

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