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Compare all timetables for the bus from Livingston to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Livingston to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or megabus for the next days.

today
£8
tomorrow
Monday
£5
Tuesday
£8
Wednesday
£5
Thursday
£5
Friday
£5

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 16m 05:10 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:26 Edinburgh Corstorphine Coach Stop  Economy £8
FlixBus 0h 16m 05:40 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:56 Edinburgh Corstorphine Coach Stop  Economy £8
FlixBus 0h 16m 06:25 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 06:41 Edinburgh Corstorphine Coach Stop  Economy £8
megabus 3h 30m 08:15 Livingston Stance A 11:45 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
megabus 3h 30m 09:15 Livingston Stance A 12:45 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Livingston to Edinburgh via Ratho, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 38%
      0h 8m
      Livingston
      9 km
      05:18
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      05:26
      Edinburgh
      Corstorphine Coach Stop
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:05 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:30 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:30 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:55 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:55 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 06:20 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
megabus 3h 52m 07:05 Livingston Stance A 10:57 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
megabus 3h 30m 08:15 Livingston Stance A 11:45 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Livingston to Edinburgh via Ratho, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 1%
      0h 18m
      Livingston
      9 km
      00:25
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      00:43
      Edinburgh
      Edingburgh - Queensferry Street
      0 km
      Economy
      £5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 16m 05:05 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:21 Edinburgh Corstorphine Coach Stop  Economy £8
FlixBus 0h 16m 05:30 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:46 Edinburgh Corstorphine Coach Stop  Economy £8
FlixBus 0h 16m 05:55 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 06:11 Edinburgh Corstorphine Coach Stop  Economy £8
megabus 3h 52m 07:05 Livingston Stance A 10:57 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
megabus 3h 30m 08:15 Livingston Stance A 11:45 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Livingston to Edinburgh via Ratho, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 38%
      0h 22m
      Livingston
      9 km
      00:25
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      00:47
      Edinburgh
      N St David St
      0 km
      Economy
      £5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:05 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:30 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:30 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:55 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:55 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 06:20 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
megabus 3h 52m 07:05 Livingston Stance A 10:57 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
megabus 3h 30m 08:15 Livingston Stance A 11:45 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Livingston to Edinburgh via Ratho, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 1%
      0h 8m
      Livingston
      9 km
      05:13
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      05:21
      Edinburgh
      Corstorphine Coach Stop
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:05 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:30 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:30 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:55 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:55 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 06:20 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 26m 06:25 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 06:51 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 30m 06:47 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 07:17 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Livingston to Edinburgh via Ratho, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 1%
      0h 16m
      Livingston
      9 km
      00:25
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      00:41
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Coach Stop
      0 km
      Economy
      £5

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:05 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:30 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:30 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 05:55 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
FlixBus 0h 25m 05:55 Livingston Deer Park Bus Stop 06:20 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £5
megabus 3h 52m 07:05 Livingston Stance A 10:57 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
megabus 3h 30m 08:15 Livingston Stance A 11:45 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Livingston to Edinburgh via Ratho, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 1%
      0h 18m
      Livingston
      9 km
      00:25
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      00:43
      Edinburgh
      Edingburgh - Queensferry Street
      0 km
      Economy
      £5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Livingston to Edinburgh is £4 on 19/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Livingston and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Livingston and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 171 daily coaches from Livingston to Edinburgh. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 52 daily coaches between Livingston and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 222 coaches from Livingston to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Livingston and Edinburgh, with 47 offers.

Facts about coaches from Livingston to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and megabus that travel 116 times every day by bus from Livingston to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Livingston to Edinburgh starting from £4!

Cheapest Bus £4
Fastest Bus 0h 16m
Earliest Coach 05:10
Latest Coach 23:52
Daily Bus Connections 116 Ø
Distance 21.6 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and megabus

Cheapest coach connections from Livingston to Edinburgh

Every day, 116 buses from 2 coach companies leave Livingston for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/07
Tuesday 28/07
Wednesday 29/07
Thursday 30/07
Friday 31/07
Saturday 01/08
£8
Sunday 02/08
Monday 03/08
£13
Tuesday 04/08
£8
Wednesday 05/08
£5
Thursday 06/08
£5
Friday 07/08
£8
Saturday 08/08
£5
Sunday 09/08
£13
Monday 10/08
£5
Tuesday 11/08
£8
Wednesday 12/08
£13
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£7
Saturday 15/08
£8
Sunday 16/08
£13
Monday 17/08
£8
Tuesday 18/08
£13
Wednesday 19/08
£4
Thursday 20/08
Friday 21/08
£13
Saturday 22/08
Sunday 23/08

The cheapest time to travel from Livingston to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Livingston to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £4, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Livingston to Edinburgh. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £8.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Livingston to Edinburgh, with £4. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £5.

How to save money travelling from Livingston 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 Livingston 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 Livingston 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 Livingston to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Livingston to Edinburgh

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

FlixBus from Livingston to Edinburgh

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £5
Fastest Coach 0h 16m
Earliest Coach 05:10
Last Coach 23:52
Daily Connections 103 Ø
Found on 08/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Livingston and Edinburgh

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Livingston to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Livingston to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Livingston - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Livingston - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £4 and takes 0h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Livingston to Edinburgh is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £4 to £13. 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 Livingston - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Livingston to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 116 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Livingston take?

The quickest coach from Livingston to Edinburgh is provided by FlixBus and takes 0h 16m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £8. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Livingston to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Livingston at 05:10. 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 Livingston to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Livingston at 23:52. 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 Livingston - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Livingston to Edinburgh can travel with 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 Livingston and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Livingston 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: FlixBus and megabus.

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

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 Livingston 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 Livingston 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 Livingston to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Livingston 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 116 daily trips between Livingston 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 Livingston to Edinburgh?

Prices and availability for 116 trips between Livingston 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 Livingston to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Livingston and to Edinburgh

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Livingston and to Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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