Bus and Coach from Swindon to Edinburgh: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Swindon to Edinburgh

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

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Sunday

£36

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

£29

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 25m	18:00	Swindon	Central Coach Station	06:25	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	£36	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 18:00:00 to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 06:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
FlixBus	14h 10m	03:25	Swindon	Central Coach Station	17:35	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	£48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 03:25:00 to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 17:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
FlixBus	15h 25m	06:20	Swindon	Central Coach Station	21:45	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	£50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 06:20:00 to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	15h 25m	06:20	Swindon	Central Coach Station	21:45	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	£29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 06:20:00 to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
FlixBus	14h 10m	03:25	Swindon	Central Coach Station	17:35	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	£31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 03:25:00 to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 17:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
FlixBus	13h 40m	16:45	Swindon	Central Coach Station	06:25	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	£31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 16:45:00 to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 06:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Swindon to Edinburgh is £29 on 25/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Swindon and Edinburgh

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

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Swindon to Edinburgh. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Swindon and Edinburgh.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 coaches from Swindon to Edinburgh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Swindon and Edinburgh, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Swindon to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Swindon to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Swindon to Edinburgh starting from £29!

Cheapest Bus	£29
Fastest Bus	12h 25m
Earliest Coach	03:25
Latest Coach	16:45
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	496.9 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Swindon to Edinburgh

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Swindon for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£36

Monday 23/03

Tuesday 24/03

Wednesday 25/03

£29

Thursday 26/03

Friday 27/03

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

£41

Thursday 02/04

£48

Friday 03/04

Saturday 04/04

£42

Sunday 05/04

£46

Monday 06/04

£44

Tuesday 07/04

£45

Wednesday 08/04

Thursday 09/04

£39

Friday 10/04

Saturday 11/04

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Swindon to Edinburgh

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

With a price starting from £29, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Swindon to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £36.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Swindon to Edinburgh, with £29. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £36.

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

Beloved bus companies from Swindon to Edinburgh

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

FlixBus from Swindon to Edinburgh

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

Cheapest Price	£29
Fastest Coach	12h 25m
Earliest Coach	03:25
Last Coach	16:45
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	22/02/2026

All bus stations and stops in Swindon and Edinburgh

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

Central Coach Station

New Bridge Cl

Stratton Park

A420 Oxford Road

Coate Water

Marlborough Road

Queen's Drive

Common Head

Marlborough 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 Swindon to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Swindon to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Swindon - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Swindon - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £29 and takes 15h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Swindon to Edinburgh is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £29 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 Swindon - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Swindon 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 Swindon take?

The quickest coach from Swindon to Edinburgh is provided by FlixBus and takes 12h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Swindon to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Swindon at 03:25. 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 Swindon to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Swindon at 16:45. 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 Swindon - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Swindon 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 Swindon and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Swindon 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.

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

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 Swindon 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 Swindon 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 Swindon to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Swindon 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 3 daily trips between Swindon 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 Swindon to Edinburgh?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Swindon 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 Swindon to Edinburgh

Economy

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

More bus routes to Swindon and to Edinburgh

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