Compare all timetables for the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Glasgow to Edinburgh from various bus operators like Scottish Citylink, FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m19:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station20:50EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 5m19:55GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station21:00EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 23m15:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:23EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 23m15:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:38EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
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National Express1h 20m07:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:40EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m00:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m01:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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FlixBus4h 25m06:45GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station11:10EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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FlixBus6h 25m06:45GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:10EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 20m07:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:40EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 30m08:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station09:30EdinburghEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m00:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m01:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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FlixBus1h 30m06:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:00EdinburghEconomy
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National Express1h 20m07:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:40EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Friday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m16:10GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:30EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m00:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m01:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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FlixBus1h 10m07:45GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:55EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 20m07:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:40EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m16:10GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:30EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m00:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m02:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station03:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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FlixBus7h 10m06:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:25EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 10m07:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:40EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m16:10GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:30EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m01:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m02:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station03:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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FlixBus7h 10m06:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:25EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 5m19:55GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station21:00EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Cheapest bus trips Monday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus1h 20m16:10GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:30EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m00:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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Scottish Citylink1h 27m01:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:27EdinburghN St David StEconomy
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FlixBus7h 10m06:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:25EdinburghSt Andrew SquareEconomy
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National Express1h 20m07:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:40EdinburghCentral bus stationEconomy
Frequency of bus connections between Glasgow and Edinburgh
Saturday
is the busiest day, with more than 173 daily coaches from Glasgow to Edinburgh. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 69 daily coaches between Glasgow and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 385 coaches from Glasgow to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Glasgow and Edinburgh, with 102 offers.
Facts about coaches from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Compare all providers like Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and National Express that travel 154 times every day by bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh starting from £2!
| Cheapest Bus | £2 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 5m |
| Earliest Coach | 07:20 |
| Latest Coach | 23:30 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 154 Ø |
| Distance | 67.0 km |
| Coach Companies | Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and National Express |
Cheapest coach connections from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Every day, 154 buses from 3 coach companies leave Glasgow for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 23/04/2024 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
22/04
Tuesday
23/04
£3
Wednesday
24/04
£4
Thursday
25/04
£4
Friday
26/04
£4
Saturday
27/04
£4
Sunday
28/04
£2
Monday
29/04
£4
Tuesday
30/04
£3
Wednesday
01/05
£4
Thursday
02/05
£2
Friday
03/05
£3
Saturday
04/05
£6
Sunday
05/05
£3
Monday
06/05
£3
Tuesday
07/05
£3
Wednesday
08/05
£4
Thursday
09/05
£3
Friday
10/05
£2
Saturday
11/05
£3
Sunday
12/05
£4
Monday
13/05
£4
Tuesday
14/05
£4
Wednesday
15/05
£3
Thursday
16/05
£2
Friday
17/05
£3
Saturday
18/05
£4
Sunday
19/05
The cheapest time to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh
With a price starting from £2, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £4.
Afternoon
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh, with £2. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £4.
How to save money travelling from Glasgow 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 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 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 to Edinburgh are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Glasgow to Edinburgh
These are the most booked bus companies between Glasgow to Edinburgh from our users.
Scottish Citylink from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the Scottish Citylink bus route Glasgow to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | £4 |
| Fastest Coach | 1h 19m |
| Earliest Coach | 14:00 |
| Last Coach | 23:30 |
| Daily Connections | 126 Ø |
| Found on | 23/04/2024 |
FlixBus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Glasgow to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | £2 |
| Fastest Coach | 1h 10m |
| Earliest Coach | 14:15 |
| Last Coach | 21:30 |
| Daily Connections | 25 Ø |
| Found on | 23/04/2024 |
National Express from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Glasgow to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | £4 |
| Fastest Coach | 1h 5m |
| Earliest Coach | 07:20 |
| Last Coach | 19:55 |
| Daily Connections | 2 Ø |
| Found on | 23/04/2024 |
All bus stations and stops in Glasgow and Edinburgh
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Glasgow to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Glasgow to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Glasgow to Edinburgh bus
How much does a Glasgow - Edinburgh coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Glasgow - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £2 and takes 1h 20m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The connection Glasgow to Edinburgh is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £2 to £14. 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 - Edinburgh route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Glasgow to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 154 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Glasgow take?
The quickest coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh is provided by National Express and takes 1h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £4. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Glasgow at 07:20. 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 to Edinburgh?
The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Glasgow at 23:30. 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 - Edinburgh route?
Passengers looking to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh can travel with Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Edinburgh?
You can check all the direct connections between Glasgow 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 bus: Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and National Express.
What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh from Glasgow?
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 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 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 bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Glasgow to Edinburgh
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
Alternate transport types from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Glasgow to Edinburgh for the next days.
Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Glasgow to Edinburgh for the next days.-
London North Eastern Railway (LNER)1h 5m06:48GlasgowCentral Station07:53EdinburghWaverley StationEconomy
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)1h 5m06:48GlasgowCentral Station07:53EdinburghWaverley StationFirst Class
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ScotRail1h 15m14:07GlasgowQueen Street Station15:22EdinburghWaverley StationEconomy
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ScotRail0h 49m14:15GlasgowQueen Street Station15:04EdinburghWaverley StationFirst Class
More bus routes from Glasgow and Edinburgh
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes from Glasgow and from Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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