Bus and Coach from Paignton to Edinburgh: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Paignton to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Paignton to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

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Wednesday

£40

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

£42

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	20h 55m	10:25	Paignton	Central Coach Station	07:20	Edinburgh	Central bus station		Economy	£40	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) at 18/03/2026 10:25:00 to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/03/2026 07:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m
	National Express	18h 30m	00:05	Paignton	Central Coach Station	18:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station		Economy	£44	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) at 18/03/2026 00:05:00 to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/03/2026 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	18h 30m	00:05	Paignton	Central Coach Station	18:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station		Economy	£42	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 00:05:00 to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
	National Express	20h 55m	10:25	Paignton	Central Coach Station	07:20	Edinburgh	Central bus station		Economy	£50	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 10:25:00 to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 07:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Paignton to Edinburgh via Exeter, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  20h 20m
  
  0
  
  00:05
  
  Paignton
  Central Coach Station
  
  01:05
  
  Exeter
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) at 23/03/2026 00:05:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 01:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
- National Express
  
  14h 10m
  
  0
  
  06:15
  
  Exeter
  Coach Station
  
  20:25
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £31
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 23/03/2026 06:15:00 to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 20:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Paignton to Edinburgh is £40 on 18/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Paignton and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Paignton and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Paignton to Edinburgh. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Paignton and Edinburgh.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 coaches from Paignton to Edinburgh, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Paignton and Edinburgh, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Paignton to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Paignton to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Paignton to Edinburgh starting from £40!

Cheapest Bus	£40
Fastest Bus	18h 30m
Earliest Coach	00:05
Latest Coach	10:25
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	614.1 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Paignton to Edinburgh

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Paignton for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

£40

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£42

Monday 23/03

Tuesday 24/03

Wednesday 25/03

£46

Thursday 26/03

Friday 27/03

£58

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

£59

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

£108

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 05/04

£107

Monday 06/04

£102

Tuesday 07/04

£50

Wednesday 08/04

£47

Thursday 09/04

£45

Friday 10/04

£61

Saturday 11/04

£60

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Paignton to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Paignton to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £40, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Paignton to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £42.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Paignton to Edinburgh, with £40. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £40.

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

Beloved bus companies from Paignton to Edinburgh

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

National Express from Paignton to Edinburgh

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Paignton to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price	£40
Fastest Coach	18h 30m
Earliest Coach	00:05
Last Coach	10:25
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	19/02/2026

All bus stations and stops in Paignton and Edinburgh

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

Central Coach Station

Dartmouth Road

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Service and Comfort on the bus from Paignton to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Paignton to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Paignton - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Paignton - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £40 and takes 20h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Paignton to Edinburgh is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £40 to £50. 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 Paignton - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Paignton to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Paignton take?

The quickest coach from Paignton to Edinburgh is provided by National Express and takes 18h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £44. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Paignton to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Paignton at 00:05. 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 Paignton to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Paignton at 10:25. 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 Paignton - Edinburgh route?

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

You can check all the direct connections between Paignton 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: National Express.

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

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 Paignton 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 Paignton 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 Paignton to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Paignton to Edinburgh?

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How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Paignton to Edinburgh?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Paignton to Edinburgh

Economy

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

More bus routes to Paignton and to Edinburgh

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