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

today
£48
tomorrow
£43
Sunday
£43
Monday
£48
Tuesday
£38
Wednesday
£43
Thursday
£79

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 40m 22:10 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 06:50 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £48
National Express 10h 45m 23:40 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 10:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £62
National Express 17h 21m 23:59 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 17:20 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £67
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 40m
      0
      18:00
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      23:15
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • Busbud
      5h 35m
      0
      01:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      06:40
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 4h 0m longer, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 40m 22:10 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 06:50 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £43
National Express 10h 45m 23:40 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 10:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £59
National Express 11h 25m 08:50 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 20:15 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £63
National Express 12h 20m 06:35 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 18:55 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £66
National Express 17h 21m 23:59 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 17:20 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £67
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 40m
      0
      18:00
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      23:15
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • Busbud
      5h 35m
      0
      01:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      06:40
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 4h 0m longer, but 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
National Express 9h 10m 22:10 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 07:20 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £43
National Express 12h 20m 06:35 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 18:55 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £52
FlixBus 9h 55m 20:30 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £66
FlixBus 11h 30m 20:05 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station 07:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £68
National Express 11h 25m 08:50 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 20:15 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £69
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      13h 15m
      0
      17:25
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      23:15
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • Busbud
      5h 35m
      0
      01:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      06:40
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 4h 5m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 40m 22:10 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 06:50 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £48
National Express 10h 45m 23:40 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 10:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £63
FlixBus 9h 55m 20:30 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £66
National Express 12h 35m 06:20 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 18:55 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £70
FlixBus 11h 30m 20:05 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station 07:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £72
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 40m
      0
      18:00
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      23:15
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • Busbud
      5h 35m
      0
      01:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      06:40
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 4h 0m longer, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 10m 22:10 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 07:20 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £38
National Express 12h 10m 06:45 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 18:55 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £52
National Express 17h 21m 23:59 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 17:20 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £64
FlixBus 9h 55m 20:30 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £66
FlixBus 11h 30m 20:05 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station 07:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £82
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      13h 15m
      0
      17:25
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      23:15
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • Busbud
      5h 35m
      0
      01:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      06:40
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 4h 5m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 10m 22:10 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 07:20 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £43
National Express 12h 10m 06:45 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 18:55 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £56
National Express 11h 40m 08:50 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 20:30 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £60
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      13h 15m
      0
      17:25
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      23:15
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • Busbud
      5h 35m
      0
      01:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      06:40
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 4h 5m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 55m 20:30 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £79
National Express 9h 10m 23:40 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 08:50 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £88
National Express 13h 0m 19:40 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 08:40 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £120
National Express 11h 50m 07:05 London Heathrow Airport Heathrow Coach Station 18:55 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £170
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than £49? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      13h 15m
      0
      17:25
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      23:15
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • Busbud
      5h 35m
      0
      01:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      06:40
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 4h 5m longer, but you will save £49

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is £28 on 07/01/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 23 coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, while Morning sees the fewest connections between London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh, with only 11 offers.

Facts about coaches from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus £28
Fastest Bus 8h 40m
Earliest Coach 22:10
Latest Coach 23:40
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 529.9 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Every day, 4 buses from 2 coach companies leave London Heathrow Airport for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 19/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
£48
Saturday 20/12
£43
Sunday 21/12
£43
Monday 22/12
£54
Tuesday 23/12
£65
Wednesday 24/12
£43
Thursday 25/12
£79
Friday 26/12
£91
Saturday 27/12
£48
Sunday 28/12
£60
Monday 29/12
£43
Tuesday 30/12
£38
Wednesday 31/12
Thursday 01/01
£50
Friday 02/01
£43
Saturday 03/01
Sunday 04/01
£32
Monday 05/01
£38
Tuesday 06/01
£36
Wednesday 07/01
£28
Thursday 08/01
Friday 09/01
£31
Saturday 10/01
£31
Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £27, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £50.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, with £38. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £52.

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

Beloved bus companies from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

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

National Express from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £38
Fastest Coach 8h 40m
Earliest Coach 22:10
Last Coach 23:40
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 16/12/2025

FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £66
Fastest Coach 9h 55m
Earliest Coach 20:05
Last Coach 20:30
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 14/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh.

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

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

FAQs about the London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the London Heathrow Airport - Edinburgh route is available from £28 and takes 9h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £171. 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 Heathrow Airport - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest transfer from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is provided by National Express and takes 8h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £48. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from London Heathrow Airport at 22:10. 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 London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from London Heathrow Airport at 23:40. 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 Heathrow Airport - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh can travel with National Express and 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 Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between London Heathrow 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: National Express and FlixBus.

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

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

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