What is the travel distance from Dunbar to Edinburgh?

The distance between the two cities is 27 miles (43 km).

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 Edinburgh Castle, Rosslyn Chapel, National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Zoo and Royal Botanic Garden.

Bus Dunbar to Edinburgh from $12 | Compare & Save up to 27%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dunbar 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	6:10pm	Asda	45m	6:55pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:55am	Asda	45m	6:40am	Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Dunbar 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	5:55am	Asda	45m	6:40am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10pm	Asda	45m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dunbar to Edinburgh on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:55am	Asda	45m	6:40am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10pm	Asda	45m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dunbar to Edinburgh on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:55am	Asda	45m	6:40am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10pm	Asda	45m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dunbar to Edinburgh on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:55am	Asda	45m	6:40am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10pm	Asda	45m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dunbar to Edinburgh on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:10pm	Asda	45m	6:55pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:55am	Asda	45m	6:40am	Bus Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:29 PM GMT.

Get from Dunbar to Edinburgh

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

45mAverage Duration

27 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Megabus UK

3.5/54,273 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4273 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $15

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dunbar to Edinburgh by bus

What is the travel distance from Dunbar to Edinburgh?
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

11/16

$16

11/17

$16

Today

$16

11/19

$15

11/20

$15

11/21

$15

11/22

$15

11/23

$15

The cheapest trip from Dunbar to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $16 for a bus ticket from Dunbar to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-19.