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Bus Gloucester to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Bus Gloucester to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$46
Average bus trip duration13h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure3:20 AM
Distance284 miles (458 km)
Latest bus departure6:30 PM

Gloucester to Edinburgh Buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Gloucester to Edinburgh will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Edinburgh from Gloucester, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:20AM - 6:30PM
Minimum Price$41
Average Ticket Price$46
Minimum Trip Duration13h
Average Bus Trip Duration13h10m
Distance284 miles (458 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteInfobus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Gloucester - Edinburgh

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Edinburgh. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

Traveling from Gloucester to Edinburgh takes about 13h 10m on average, although the fastest bus will take 13h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 285 miles (460 km) that separate the two cities.

Gloucester and Edinburgh are 285 miles (460 km) apart.

About 2 buses travel this route daily, provided by Infobus. The number of buses from Gloucester to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Gloucester to Edinburgh by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 3:20 AM for the initial departure and runs until 6:30 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Edinburgh from Gloucester, chances are that your bus will depart from Gloucester Bus Station and arrive at Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $41.

The bus ticket costs $46 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $41 to $71, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Edinburgh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Old Town, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Rosslyn Chapel, Edinburgh Zoo and Arthur's Seat.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gloucester and Edinburgh!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Gloucester to Edinburgh, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Gloucester to Edinburgh.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Gloucester to Edinburgh, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time13h 10mAvg Price$46Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time6h 10mAvg Price$266Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Gloucester and Edinburgh is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $46 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $41. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Edinburgh, choose the bus, as it will take you from Gloucester to Edinburgh in about 6h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Gloucester by bus?

Bus from Edinburgh to Gloucester

You can also go to Edinburgh by train

Train from Gloucester to Edinburgh

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