Bus Tickets from Edinburgh to Lancaster

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TodayMay 18
TomorrowMay 19
from $21
TueMay 20
from $18
WedMay 21
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: 114233
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Lancaster
    Destination location: Lancaster University Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Lancaster
    Destination location: Lancaster University Bus Stop
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Lancaster
    Destination location: Lancaster University Bus Stop
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Lancaster.

Bus
Average Price$18 - $56Average Duration5h 20m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$29 - $135Average Duration2h 15m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average Price$22 - $22Average Duration3h 50m
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Edinburgh to Lancaster

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
2h 15mAverage Duration
$29Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Edinburgh to Lancaster: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$38
Average bus trip duration5h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:35am
Distance136 miles (218 km)
Latest bus departure9:00am

Edinburgh to Lancaster Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Edinburgh to Lancaster, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05/16
$33
05/17
No data
Today
$23
05/19
$21
05/20
$18
05/21
$33
05/22
No data
05/23
$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Lancaster was searched and found on May 20, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $50 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-05-20.

Usually MEGB will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Edinburgh to Lancaster.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 Edinburgh to Lancaster, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Edinburgh to Lancaster that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Edinburgh to Lancaster while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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Bus from Edinburgh to Lancaster

You can also go to Lancaster by train

Train from Edinburgh to Lancaster

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