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Facts about coaches from Southampton to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Southampton to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh starting from £30!

Cheapest Bus £30
Fastest Bus 12h 10m
Earliest Coach 05:00
Latest Coach 19:30
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 573.1 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Southampton to Edinburgh

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Southampton for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 28/03/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 25/03
Tuesday 26/03
Wednesday 27/03
Thursday 28/03
£37
Friday 29/03
£56
Saturday 30/03
£38
Sunday 31/03
£48
Monday 01/04
£34
Tuesday 02/04
£30
Wednesday 03/04
£30
Thursday 04/04
£43
Friday 05/04
£69
Saturday 06/04
£43
Sunday 07/04
£43
Monday 08/04
£52
Tuesday 09/04
£43
Wednesday 10/04
£30
Thursday 11/04
£30
Friday 12/04
£30
Saturday 13/04
£30
Sunday 14/04
£30
Monday 15/04
£20
Tuesday 16/04
£20
Wednesday 17/04
£20
Thursday 18/04
£20
Friday 19/04
£20
Saturday 20/04
£20
Sunday 21/04

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £30, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Southampton to Edinburgh. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £69.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Edinburgh, with £30. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

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

Compare all timetables for the bus from Southampton to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Southampton to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
  • National Express
    14h 10m
    04:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £30
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    05:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £34
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    05:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £38
  • National Express
    16h 25m
    15:40
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £42
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    05:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £43
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    05:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £48
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    05:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £56
  • National Express
    12h 25m
    18:15
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    06:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £59
  • National Express
    12h 25m
    18:15
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    06:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £69
  • National Express
    14h 25m
    04:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    19:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    National Express
    Economy
    from £78

Other coach companies usually available for the Southampton - Edinburgh route

Bus schedules change all the time. The following offers are not available anymore for buses from Southampton to Edinburgh, but may come back in the future. Keep an eye on them!

  • megabus
    11h 37m
    10:45
    Southampton
    Port
    22:22
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    megabus
    Temporarily not available: last found 08/09/2023
    from £37

Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Southampton to Edinburgh. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Southampton and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 11 coaches from Southampton to Edinburgh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Edinburgh, with 4 offers.

Beloved bus companies from Southampton to Edinburgh

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All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Edinburgh

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Southampton to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Southampton - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Southampton - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £30 and takes 14h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Southampton to Edinburgh is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £30 to £78. 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 Southampton - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Southampton to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Southampton take?

The quickest coach from Southampton to Edinburgh is provided by National Express and takes 12h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £43. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Edinburgh?

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

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Southampton at 19:30. 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 Southampton - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Southampton 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 Southampton and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton 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 Southampton?

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 Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes from Southampton and Edinburgh

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

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