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Which bus from Edinburgh to London is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Edinburgh to London. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus, National Express or megabus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£28
tomorrow
£22
Saturday
£22
Sunday
£22
Monday
£26
Tuesday
£23
Wednesday
£23

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 20m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:35 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £28
FlixBus 8h 50m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:05 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £28
National Express 10h 45m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:20 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 9h 55m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 20:30 London Golders Green Coach Station  Economy £30
megabus 9h 25m 10:30 Edinburgh Central bus station 19:55 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £31

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 11h 25m 01:45 Edinburgh N St David St 13:10 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £22
FlixBus 9h 20m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:35 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £29
FlixBus 8h 50m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:05 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £29
megabus 9h 25m 10:30 Edinburgh Central bus station 19:55 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £31
National Express 12h 25m 08:45 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:10 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £39

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 11h 25m 01:45 Edinburgh N St David St 13:10 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £22
FlixBus 11h 45m 21:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 09:25 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 13h 20m 07:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 21:00 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 10h 45m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:20 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 9h 55m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 20:30 London Golders Green Coach Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 11h 25m 01:45 Edinburgh N St David St 13:10 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £22
National Express 12h 25m 08:45 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:10 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £33
FlixBus 9h 20m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:35 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £36
FlixBus 8h 50m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:05 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £36
National Express 10h 45m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:20 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £37

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 20m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:35 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £26
FlixBus 8h 50m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:05 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £26
National Express 10h 45m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:20 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 9h 55m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 20:30 London Golders Green Coach Station  Economy £27
megabus 9h 25m 10:30 Edinburgh Central bus station 19:55 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 5m 08:45 Edinburgh Central bus station 20:50 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 9h 20m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:35 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 8h 50m 11:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 20:05 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £25
National Express 10h 45m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:20 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £27
megabus 8h 55m 10:30 Edinburgh Central bus station 19:25 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 5m 08:45 Edinburgh Central bus station 20:50 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 10h 10m 09:05 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 19:15 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £24
FlixBus 9h 35m 09:05 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 18:40 London Finchley Road Station  Economy £24
National Express 10h 45m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:20 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £27
megabus 9h 25m 10:30 Edinburgh Central bus station 19:55 London Victoria Coach Station  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to London via Leicester, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 30m
      0
      11:45
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      20:10
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      20:20
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      22:15
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to London is £22 on 05/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Edinburgh and London?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Edinburgh to London. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 40 daily coaches from Edinburgh to London. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 27 daily coaches between Edinburgh and London.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 108 coaches from Edinburgh to London, while Night sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and London, with 3 offers.

All facts for Edinburgh to London bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus, National Express and megabus that travel daily 31 times by bus from Edinburgh to London in one click. Book your Edinburgh to London bus ticket starting from £22!

Cheapest Bus £22
Fastest Bus 7h 50m
Earliest Coach 08:45
Latest Coach 23:40
Daily Bus Connections 31 Ø
Distance 533.7 km
Coach Companies FlixBus, National Express, megabus and Scottish Citylink

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to London?

Every day, 31 buses from 4 coach companies leave Edinburgh for London. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
£41
Friday 05/12
£40
Saturday 06/12
£27
Sunday 07/12
£40
Monday 08/12
£26
Tuesday 09/12
£40
Wednesday 10/12
£41
Thursday 11/12
£28
Friday 12/12
£38
Saturday 13/12
£35
Sunday 14/12
£43
Monday 15/12
£40
Tuesday 16/12
£30
Wednesday 17/12
£40
Thursday 18/12
£40
Friday 19/12
£40
Saturday 20/12
£38
Sunday 21/12
£45
Monday 22/12
£45
Tuesday 23/12
£39
Wednesday 24/12
£44
Thursday 25/12
£53
Friday 26/12
£76
Saturday 27/12
£55
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to London

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to London, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £22, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to London. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to London, with £22. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to London

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to London in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Edinburgh to London, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Edinburgh to London are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Edinburgh to London?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Edinburgh to London timetable.

National Express from Edinburgh to London

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Edinburgh to London:

Cheapest Price £23
Fastest Coach 9h 0m
Earliest Coach 08:45
Last Coach 22:00
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 03/12/2025

FlixBus from Edinburgh to London

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Edinburgh to London:

Cheapest Price £24
Fastest Coach 7h 50m
Earliest Coach 09:05
Last Coach 23:40
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 03/12/2025

megabus from Edinburgh to London

megabus

Here you will find the key facts about the megabus bus route Edinburgh to London:

Cheapest Price £22
Fastest Coach 8h 40m
Earliest Coach 10:30
Last Coach 22:35
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 03/12/2025
In total 4 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and London

Here is a map with all coach stations in Edinburgh and London. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Edinburgh to London? Compare all modes of transports from Edinburgh to London.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Edinburgh to London

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Edinburgh to London. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Edinburgh to London bus

How much does a Edinburgh London coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh London bus trip is available from £22 and takes 11h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to London?

This connection is offered by 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £22 to £103. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to London.

How many connections are available for the Edinburgh London route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to London is offered by roughly 31 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to London from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to London is provided by FlixBus and takes 7h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £45. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to London?

The earliest bus to London departs from Edinburgh at 08:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Edinburgh to London?

The latest bus to London departs from Edinburgh at 23:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Edinburgh London route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to London can travel with FlixBus, National Express and megabus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and London?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and London by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus, National Express and megabus.

What can I take with me on the bus to London from Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh London bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh London bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to London on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to London

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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