What is the travel distance from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

About 176 miles (284 km) separate Liverpool and Edinburgh.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

The majority of buses traveling from Liverpool to Edinburgh start their journey at Liverpool One and wind up at Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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 Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Castle, Rosslyn Chapel, National Museum of Scotland and Camera Obscura & World of Illusions.

Bus Liverpool to Edinburgh from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Liverpool to Edinburgh on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40am	Liverpool One	19h 45m	6:25am	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:40am	Liverpool One	15h 55m	9:35pm	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	3:25pm	Liverpool One	16h 10m	7:35am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Liverpool One	17h 50m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Liverpool 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 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 20mAverage Duration

176 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $121	Average Duration16h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$54 - $186	Average Duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $48	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Liverpool and Edinburgh?

Stops in Liverpool

A
Liverpool One
Canning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
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B
Unviersity
9 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L3, UK
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C
Liverpool Airport
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D
3315 Islington
3315 Islington, Liverpool L3 8JR, UK
E
44 Norton St
44 Norton St, Liverpool L3 8PY, UK
F
Bootle - Port of Liverpool
Liverpool, Bootle L20 1DB, UK

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

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FlixBus

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Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Liverpool to Edinburgh by bus

What is the travel distance from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Liverpool 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

11/20

$34

11/21

$73

Today

$39

11/23

$62

11/24

$34

11/25

$33

11/26

$29

11/27

$37

The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $100 for a bus ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-26.