How much does a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh cost?

The bus ticket price from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh starts at $27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

The average travel time between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh is around , although the fastest bus will take about 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 330 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh?

The number of buses from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

When taking the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, BlaBlaCar.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

Buses traveling between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh leave from Heathrow Airport (LHR) Terminals 2&3 or Thistle London Heathrow T5 and arrive at Bus Station, Waverley, Haymarket.

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 Rosslyn Chapel, Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Zoo, The Edinburgh Dungeon, Old Town.

Bus London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Heathrow to Edinburgh on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05pm	Heathrow Airport (T5), Arrivals	14h 25m	10:30am	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	6:25am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:40pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	10h 45m	10:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:05pm	Heathrow Airport (T5), Arrivals	11h 30m	7:35am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	10h 45m	10:25am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Heathrow to Edinburgh on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05pm	Heathrow Airport (T5), Arrivals	14h 34m	10:39am	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	6:50am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:20am	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 35m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	6:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:20am	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 35m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Heathrow to Edinburgh on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:45am	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 10m	6:55pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	6:50am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:45am	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 10m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	6:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:50am	Heathrow T2 & T3	11h 40m	8:30pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Heathrow to Edinburgh on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	14h 7m	10:32am	Edinburgh Regent Road	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	6:50am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:20am	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 50m	7:10pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	6:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:20am	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 50m	7:10pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Heathrow to Edinburgh on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05pm	Heathrow Airport (T5), Arrivals	11h 30m	7:35am	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	6:50am	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 20m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	6:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 20m	6:55pm	Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from London Heathrow Airport 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 8 hours and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8hAverage Duration

329 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $230	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$57 - $82	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh?

Stops in Heathrow

A
Heathrow Airport (LHR) Terminals 2&3
Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station - Terminal 2, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW6 1DJ
B
Hilton Garden Inn
Eastern Perimeter Road (Valid any Departure) , Feltham TW6
C
Premier Inn, Heathrow Bath Rd
Bath Road, Hayes UB3
D
Marriott Hotel
120 Bath Road (Valid any Departure), Hayes TW6 5BP
E
Sheraton Heathrow Hotel
Colnbrook By-pass, Valid any Departure, West Drayton UB7
F
Thistle London Heathrow T5
416 Bath Road (Valid any Departure), West Drayton UB7

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Waverley
Boots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
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E
Gateway
Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
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F
Edinburgh Airport
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Official partners

FlixBus

3.5/511,404 reviews

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.

National Express

4/529,724 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have reported that the journey was generally pleasant, with comfortable seating enhancing their travel experience. However, there were mentions of an encounter with a less courteous driver on one occasion and a minor issue regarding luggage handling. Overall, passengers appreciated the comfort provided during their trip.

National Express Heathrow Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Apart from the previous night where the most rude and abnoxious driver l have ever met the journey itself the morning after was pleasant apart from picking the wrong case

Abdelhamid S.

April 16, 2025

It was good, comfortable seats though would have been better to lay seats back a bit.

Derryce S.

August 24, 2023

Very Very uncomfortable for a tall person no leg or sleep even after a 50 plus hours flight

Nicolas B.

August 31, 2022

The Airline

4.5/5306 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.1

BlaBlaCar

Companies in United Kingdom:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Amtrak, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar, Intercape

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heathrow to Edinburgh by bus

How much does a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh cost?
The bus ticket price from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh starts at $27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?
The average travel time between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh is around , although the fastest bus will take about 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 330 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh?
The number of buses from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?
When taking the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, BlaBlaCar.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?
Buses traveling between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh leave from Heathrow Airport (LHR) Terminals 2&3 or Thistle London Heathrow T5 and arrive at Bus Station, Waverley, Haymarket.
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 Rosslyn Chapel, Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Zoo, The Edinburgh Dungeon, Old Town.