Bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh

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Compare all timetables for the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
tomorrow
£44
Sunday
Monday
£35
Tuesday
Wednesday
£40
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 20m 18:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £44
FlixBus 15h 32m 19:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:32 Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station  Economy £44
FlixBus 15h 18m 19:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:18 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £44
FlixBus 15h 24m 19:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:24 Edinburgh Princes Street  Economy £44
FlixBus 15h 8m 19:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:18 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      15h 20m
      0
      03:35
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      07:50
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 2h 15m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      18:55
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 3h 0m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 10m 17:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £35
FlixBus 13h 0m 17:25 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £35
FlixBus 15h 54m 19:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:54 Edinburgh Princes Street  Economy £35
FlixBus 15h 48m 19:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:48 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £35
FlixBus 15h 38m 19:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:48 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      15h 20m
      0
      03:35
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      07:50
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 2h 15m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      18:55
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 0m 17:25 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £40
FlixBus 13h 10m 17:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £41
FlixBus 12h 35m 19:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 07:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £41
FlixBus 12h 25m 19:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 07:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £41
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh via Milton Keynes, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      15h 20m
      0
      03:35
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      07:50
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 2h 15m
    • National Express
      8h 50m
      0
      10:05
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      18:55
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save £14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is £35 on 08/12/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 18 coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh, with only 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh starting from £35!

Cheapest Bus £35
Fastest Bus 12h 10m
Earliest Coach 18:05
Latest Coach 19:10
Daily Bus Connections 7 Ø
Distance 569.3 km
Coach Companies FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh

Every day, 7 buses from 1 coach companies leave London Gatwick Airport for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£55
Saturday 06/12
£44
Sunday 07/12
Monday 08/12
£35
Tuesday 09/12
Wednesday 10/12
£40
Thursday 11/12
Friday 12/12
Saturday 13/12
£56
Sunday 14/12
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
£44
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £35, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £44.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh, with £35. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £35.

How to save money travelling from London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh

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

FlixBus from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £35
Fastest Coach 12h 10m
Earliest Coach 18:05
Last Coach 19:10
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 01/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh

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

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 London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh bus

How much does a London Gatwick Airport - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the London Gatwick Airport - Edinburgh route is available from £35 and takes 15h 54m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £35 to £52. 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 London Gatwick Airport - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 7 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from London Gatwick Airport take?

The quickest transfer from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is provided by FlixBus and takes 12h 10m. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from London Gatwick Airport at 18:05. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from London Gatwick Airport at 19:10. 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 London Gatwick Airport - Edinburgh route?

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

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between London Gatwick 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.

What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh from London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to London Gatwick Airport and to Edinburgh

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to London Gatwick Airport 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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