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Facts about coaches from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and megabus that travel 217 times every day by bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh starting from £2.71!

Cheapest Bus £2.71
Fastest Bus 1h 5m
Earliest Coach 01:00
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 217 Ø
Distance 67.0 km
Coach Companies Scottish Citylink, FlixBus, megabus and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Every day, 217 buses from 4 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 02/12/2023 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/11
£7
Tuesday 28/11
£6
Wednesday 29/11
£6
Thursday 30/11
£5
Friday 01/12
£9
Saturday 02/12
£4
Sunday 03/12
£4
Monday 04/12
£5
Tuesday 05/12
£4
Wednesday 06/12
£4
Thursday 07/12
£4
Friday 08/12
£4
Saturday 09/12
£4
Sunday 10/12
£4
Monday 11/12
£4
Tuesday 12/12
£4
Wednesday 13/12
£4
Thursday 14/12
£4
Friday 15/12
£5
Saturday 16/12
£4
Sunday 17/12
£4
Monday 18/12
£4
Tuesday 19/12
£4
Wednesday 20/12
£4
Thursday 21/12
£4
Friday 22/12
£3
Saturday 23/12
£5
Sunday 24/12

The cheapest time to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £3.00, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Glasgow to Edinburgh. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £4.00.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh, with £3.00. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £5.00.

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.

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 megabus for the next days.
  • megabus
    1h 22m
    21:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    22:22
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    megabus
    Economy
    from £2.71
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    08:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    09:10
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £3.49
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 25m
    01:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    02:25
    Edinburgh
    N St David St
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    from £4.30
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    07:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    08:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £4.40
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 25m
    01:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    02:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    from £5.79
  • megabus
    1h 25m
    01:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    02:25
    Edinburgh
    N St David St
    megabus
    Economy
    from £6.32
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    06:45
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    15:10
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £6.98
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    07:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    08:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £7.02
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 25m
    02:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    03:25
    Edinburgh
    N St David St
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    from £8.99
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    07:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    08:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £9.90
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 25m
    02:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    03:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    from £10.48
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    06:45
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £11.48
  • megabus
    1h 27m
    04:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    05:27
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    megabus
    Economy
    from £12.53
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    06:45
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    11:10
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £18.48

Frequency of bus connections between Glasgow and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Glasgow and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 269 daily coaches from Glasgow to Edinburgh. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 196 daily coaches between Glasgow and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 602 coaches from Glasgow to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Glasgow and Edinburgh, with only 136 offers.

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

Scottish Citylink

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

Cheapest Price £4.30
Fastest Coach 1h 12m
Earliest Coach 01:00
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 136 Ø
Found on 01/12/2023

Find out more on our Scottish Citylink page.

FlixBus from Glasgow to Edinburgh

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £3.49
Fastest Coach 1h 10m
Earliest Coach 06:45
Last Coach 19:30
Daily Connections 56 Ø
Found on 01/12/2023

Find out more on our FlixBus page.

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.

Stations
Alexandra Parade Station
Anniesland Cross
Great Western Rd 1630,
Ayr Road
Buchanan Bus Station
N Hanover St ,
Drumchapel
Drumry Rd E 230,
Hillhead
1053 Great Western Rd ,
Renfrew Street
Renfrew Street ,
Spiersbridge Avenue
Stations
Barnton Junction
Queensferry Rd ,
Beechmount Balgreen Road
Central bus station
Multrees Walk 13-14,
College
Corstorphine
Drum Brae Avenue
Drum Brae S 103 ,
Edingburgh - Queensferry Street
Gateway
George Street
George St 47,
Gogarburn
Grassmarket Square
Greenside Row & Leith Street
Greenside Row & Leith Street ,
Gyle Center
Hanover Street
Hanover St ,
Maybury
Maybury Rd ,
Murrayfield Stadium
N St David St
Orchard Brae
Oxcars Drive
Park Central
Princes Street
Royal Highland Centre
Saughton
St Andrew Square
Stewart's Melville
Queensferry Rd ,

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 £2.71 and takes 1h 22m. 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 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £2.71 to £18.48. 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 217 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 £8.80. 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 01:00. 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 23:59. 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 megabus. 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 megabus.

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
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)
    0h 44m
    05:34
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    06:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £4.60
  • ScotRail
    1h 26m
    07:37
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    09:03
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £9.00
  • CrossCountry
    1h 8m
    12:35
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    13:43
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    CrossCountry
    First Class
    from £13.60
  • ScotRail
    0h 57m
    07:56
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    08:53
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    ScotRail
    First Class
    from £19.10

Cheap carpooling from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest carpooling offers from the schedule from Glasgow to Edinburgh for the next days.
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    21:30
    Glasgow
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £6.50

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