Bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on November 28
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on November 29
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on November 30
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on December 1
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Buchanan Bus Station
Bus Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on December 2
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
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Buchanan Bus Station
Edinburgh Airport
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on December 3
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Buchanan Bus Station
Bus Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
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Buchanan Bus Station
Edinburgh Airport
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on December 4
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Buchanan Bus Station
Bus Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
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Buchanan Bus Station
Edinburgh Airport
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Next departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh on December 5
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Flixbus Glasgow Edinburgh recent customer reviews
Good experience. Departure board was informative and the bus driver was very friendly.
4 out of 5 stars
Tiffany J.
Bus didn’t show up and then the next one that did had a busted headlight and couldn’t take up. The third bus was the one that was able to take us
Passengers generally report a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting friendly and helpful staff, punctuality, and comfortable journeys. However, some reviews mention issues such as occasional misinformation about luggage space or seating availability. Despite these isolated incidents, many users appreciate the overall reliability of the service provided by Megabus.
Megabus Glasgow Edinburgh recent customer reviews
Easy to find where to wait.
Helpful staff.
Booked passengers pulled out of queue to board first.
Comfortable journey and kept to time.
5 out of 5 stars
Patricia T.
Trip was good but bus was 15 minutes late so not up to every 30 minutes as advertised.
3 out of 5 stars
David B.
Got to station to go on bus with a pre purchased ticket . I was told by the driver that the bus was full . I looked on the bus to find it half empty . Also I was told there was no room for large luggage . Fortunately another colleague came upon situation and he went to check back in the hold all luggage to find it half empty and loads of room for further customers. Had I not checked it out myself I would have missed my flight in Edinburgh airport and assumed what the bus driver was saying was correct . Obviously not the case.
According to 36 reviews, National Express received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $8
National Express Glasgow Edinburgh recent customer reviews
The bus was never at the station and no departure boards showed where to go, I spent £20 total on tickets but both times the bus was nowhere to be seen, and no staff were available to show me where to go. I walked around the whole bus station looking but there wasn’t a single bus that matched the description of mine. I double checked the date, time, and bus station but nothing was wrong. I lost a lot of money which I need as a student.
1 out of 5 stars
Bea H.
The bus was 1 hour late but we pre-booked so we couldn't change to the other bus agency. Then as the bus arrived the divers complained why we waited for them as the citylink bus departs every 15 minutes from glasgow to Edinburgh. They were really unfriendly but anyway we took the bus and found it very unpleasant. The bus was almost empty but couldn't get rid if a certain smell something like babypampers. I felt sick from the smell after the 1 hour drive.
2 out of 5 stars
Lilli D.
Rude staff (tattooed woman driver, with old man assisting). Bus was in very poor hygienic conditions, bad smells, dirty, with rubbish all over the place. Bad bad bad.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh start from $8. The average price for this route is around $10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The average bus trip duration from Glasgow to Edinburgh is 1h 6m, covering a distance of 41 miles (65 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 31m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 445 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Edinburgh at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Glasgow 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 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow 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 has the most timely service from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glasgow 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.
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11/26
$5
11/27
$6
Today
$6
11/29
$5
11/30
$5
12/01
$5
12/02
$5
12/03
$5
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $5
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $46 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-02.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $5
