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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or Scottish Citylink for the next days.

today
£11
tomorrow
£13
Thursday
£9
Friday
£14
Saturday
£14
Sunday
£12
Monday
£10

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 25m 07:05 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 11:30 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £11
FlixBus 3h 50m 08:35 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 12:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £11
FlixBus 5h 45m 11:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 17:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £11
Scottish Citylink 2h 36m 12:33 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 15:09 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £14
Scottish Citylink 2h 30m 14:32 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 17:02 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £6? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 55%
      1h 0m
      Glasgow Airport
      11 km
      08:35
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      09:35
      Edinburgh
      Ingliston Park & Ride
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Scottish Citylink
      1h 51m
      0
      14:32
      Glasgow Airport
      Glasgow Airport
      14:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      Scottish Citylink
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 18m
      0
      15:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      16:23
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 39m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 40m 09:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 13:20 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £13
FlixBus 6h 45m 10:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 17:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £13
FlixBus 4h 20m 10:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 15:00 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £13
Scottish Citylink 2h 26m 12:33 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 14:59 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
Scottish Citylink 2h 20m 14:32 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 16:52 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £8? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 62%
      0h 57m
      Glasgow Airport
      11 km
      06:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      07:02
      Edinburgh
      Ingliston Park & Ride
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Scottish Citylink
      1h 51m
      0
      14:32
      Glasgow Airport
      Glasgow Airport
      14:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      Scottish Citylink
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 18m
      0
      15:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      16:23
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 29m shorter, and you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 35m 15:50 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 19:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £9
FlixBus 4h 5m 15:50 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 19:55 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £9
FlixBus 3h 50m 17:10 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 21:00 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £9
Scottish Citylink 2h 29m 12:33 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 15:02 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street  Economy £13
Scottish Citylink 2h 23m 14:32 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 16:55 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 56%
      1h 5m
      Glasgow Airport
      11 km
      19:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      21:00
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Scottish Citylink
      1h 51m
      0
      14:32
      Glasgow Airport
      Glasgow Airport
      14:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      Scottish Citylink
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 18m
      0
      15:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      16:23
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 32m shorter, and you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 50m 07:05 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 12:55 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy £14
FlixBus 4h 20m 08:35 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 12:55 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 15m 09:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 12:55 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy £14
Scottish Citylink 2h 26m 12:33 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 14:59 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
Scottish Citylink 2h 20m 14:32 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 16:52 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 64%
      0h 57m
      Glasgow Airport
      11 km
      06:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      07:02
      Edinburgh
      Ingliston Park & Ride
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Scottish Citylink
      1h 51m
      0
      14:32
      Glasgow Airport
      Glasgow Airport
      14:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      Scottish Citylink
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 18m
      0
      15:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      16:23
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 29m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Scottish Citylink 2h 26m 12:33 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 14:59 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
Scottish Citylink 2h 15m 14:32 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 16:47 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
Scottish Citylink 2h 30m 16:32 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 19:02 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 55m 12:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 16:35 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy £15
FlixBus 4h 20m 12:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 17:00 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 64%
      0h 57m
      Glasgow Airport
      11 km
      06:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      07:02
      Edinburgh
      Ingliston Park & Ride
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Scottish Citylink
      1h 51m
      0
      14:32
      Glasgow Airport
      Glasgow Airport
      14:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      Scottish Citylink
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 18m
      0
      15:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      16:23
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 24m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 25m 08:35 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 12:00 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy £12
FlixBus 3h 55m 12:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 16:35 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy £12
FlixBus 5h 50m 07:05 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 12:55 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride  Economy £13
Scottish Citylink 2h 36m 12:33 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 15:09 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
Scottish Citylink 2h 25m 14:32 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 16:57 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £7? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 58%
      0h 57m
      Glasgow Airport
      11 km
      06:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      07:02
      Edinburgh
      Ingliston Park & Ride
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Scottish Citylink
      1h 51m
      0
      14:32
      Glasgow Airport
      Glasgow Airport
      14:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      Scottish Citylink
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 18m
      0
      15:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      16:23
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 34m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 25m 06:50 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 10:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £10
FlixBus 4h 35m 08:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 13:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £10
FlixBus 3h 40m 08:40 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 12:20 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £10
Scottish Citylink 2h 26m 12:33 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 14:59 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
Scottish Citylink 2h 20m 14:32 Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport 16:52 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 50%
      1h 5m
      Glasgow Airport
      11 km
      04:25
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      05:30
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Scottish Citylink
      1h 51m
      0
      14:32
      Glasgow Airport
      Glasgow Airport
      14:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      Scottish Citylink
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 18m
      0
      15:05
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      16:23
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 29m shorter, and you will save £3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh is £7 on 02/11/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 54 daily coaches from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 27 daily coaches between Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 217 coaches from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh, with only 31 offers.

Facts about coaches from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Scottish Citylink that travel 49 times every day by bus from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh starting from £7!

Cheapest Bus £7
Fastest Bus 2h 7m
Earliest Coach 07:05
Latest Coach 19:04
Daily Bus Connections 49 Ø
Distance 78.3 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and Scottish Citylink

Cheapest coach connections from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh

Every day, 49 buses from 2 coach companies leave Glasgow Airport for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 13/10/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 12/10
Tuesday 13/10
£13
Wednesday 14/10
£14
Thursday 15/10
£10
Friday 16/10
£14
Saturday 17/10
£16
Sunday 18/10
£13
Monday 19/10
£10
Tuesday 20/10
£8
Wednesday 21/10
£8
Thursday 22/10
£10
Friday 23/10
£11
Saturday 24/10
£10
Sunday 25/10
£9
Monday 26/10
£9
Tuesday 27/10
£8
Wednesday 28/10
£8
Thursday 29/10
£9
Friday 30/10
£10
Saturday 31/10
£9
Sunday 01/11
£8
Monday 02/11
£7
Tuesday 03/11
£19
Wednesday 04/11
£7
Thursday 05/11
£8
Friday 06/11
£8
Saturday 07/11
£8
Sunday 08/11

The cheapest time to travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £7, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £8.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh, with £9. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh, 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 Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh from our users.

FlixBus from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 3h 10m
Earliest Coach 07:05
Last Coach 15:50
Daily Connections 31 Ø
Found on 13/10/2026

Scottish Citylink from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh

Scottish Citylink

Here you will find the key facts about the Scottish Citylink bus route Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 2h 7m
Earliest Coach 12:33
Last Coach 19:04
Daily Connections 18 Ø
Found on 13/10/2026

All bus stations and stops in Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Glasgow Airport - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Glasgow Airport - Edinburgh route is available from £7 and takes 3h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £7 to £33. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Glasgow Airport - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 49 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Glasgow Airport take?

The quickest transfer from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh is provided by Scottish Citylink and takes 2h 7m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £14. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Glasgow Airport at 07:05. 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 Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Glasgow Airport at 19:04. 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 Glasgow Airport - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh can travel with FlixBus and Scottish Citylink. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct transfer: FlixBus and Scottish Citylink.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Glasgow Airport Edinburgh 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 Glasgow Airport Edinburgh 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 transfer from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 49 daily trips between Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh?

Prices and availability for 49 trips between Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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