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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from York to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £29
tomorrow
from £13
Tuesday
from £17
Wednesday
Thursday
from £27
Friday
from £27
Saturday
from £19

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 28m
    0
    21:12
    York
    Central Station
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    7h 9m
    0
    10:11
    York
    Central Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    11:25
    York
    Central Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £49
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Edinburgh via Sunderland, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 40m
      0
      10:55
      York
      Coach Station
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:20
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      17:35
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    9h 28m
    0
    22:12
    York
    Central Station
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 4m
    0
    11:51
    York
    Central Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    6h 59m
    0
    10:21
    York
    Central Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    9h 28m
    0
    22:12
    York
    Central Station
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 4m
    0
    11:51
    York
    Central Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    6h 59m
    0
    10:21
    York
    Central Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Edinburgh via Sunderland, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 40m
      0
      10:55
      York
      Coach Station
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:20
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      17:35
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 28m
    0
    22:12
    York
    Central Station
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 4m
    0
    11:51
    York
    Central Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    6h 59m
    0
    10:21
    York
    Central Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Edinburgh via Sunderland, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 40m
      0
      10:55
      York
      Coach Station
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:20
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      17:35
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 0h 19m shorter, and you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 28m
    0
    22:12
    York
    Central Station
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 19m
    0
    11:51
    York
    Central Station
    19:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    6h 59m
    0
    10:21
    York
    Central Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Edinburgh via Sunderland, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 40m
      0
      10:55
      York
      Coach Station
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:20
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      17:35
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    10h 28m
    0
    22:12
    York
    Central Station
    08:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    7h 4m
    0
    11:51
    York
    Central Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    6h 59m
    0
    10:21
    York
    Central Station
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Edinburgh via Sunderland, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 40m
      0
      10:55
      York
      Coach Station
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:20
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      17:35
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £4

Frequency of bus connections between York and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between York and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from York to Edinburgh. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between York and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 17 coaches from York to Edinburgh, while Evening sees the fewest connections between York and Edinburgh, with 6 offers.

Facts about coaches from York to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from York to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from York to Edinburgh starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus £13
Fastest Bus 6h 40m
Earliest Coach 10:11
Latest Coach 22:12
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 259.1 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from York to Edinburgh

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave York for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 23/03/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 17/03
Tuesday 18/03
Wednesday 19/03
Thursday 20/03
Friday 21/03
Saturday 22/03
Sunday 23/03
£29
Monday 24/03
£27
Tuesday 25/03
£17
Wednesday 26/03
£24
Thursday 27/03
£27
Friday 28/03
£27
Saturday 29/03
£24
Sunday 30/03
£27
Monday 31/03
£27
Tuesday 01/04
Wednesday 02/04
£27
Thursday 03/04
Friday 04/04
£27
Saturday 05/04
£23
Sunday 06/04
£27
Monday 07/04
£28
Tuesday 08/04
£27
Wednesday 09/04
£27
Thursday 10/04
£28
Friday 11/04
£27
Saturday 12/04
£32
Sunday 13/04

The cheapest time to travel from York to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from York to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £13, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from York to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £29.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from York to Edinburgh, with £13. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £24.

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

Beloved bus companies from York to Edinburgh

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

National Express from York to Edinburgh

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £24
Fastest Coach 6h 59m
Earliest Coach 10:11
Last Coach 22:12
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 22/03/2025

FlixBus from York to Edinburgh

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 6h 40m
Earliest Coach 10:55
Last Coach 10:55
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 21/03/2025

All bus stations and stops in York and Edinburgh

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from York to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the York to Edinburgh bus

How much does a York - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the York - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £13 and takes 6h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection York to Edinburgh is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £49. 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 York - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from York 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 York take?

The quickest coach from York to Edinburgh is provided by FlixBus and takes 6h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £39. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from York to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from York at 10:11. 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 York to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from York at 22:12. 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 York - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from York 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 York and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between York 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 and FlixBus.

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

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 York 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 York 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 York to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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