How far is Cumbernauld from Edinburgh?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Edinburgh is approximately 50 km (31 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh?

Buses departing from Cumbernauld Bus Stop in Cumbernauld will take you to Bus Station in Edinburgh.

Bus from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh starting at $13 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cumbernauld to Edinburgh on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	2h 35m	1:05am	Edinburgh Airport	Cheapest
Bus	9:03pm	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	2h 2m	11:05pm	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	10:30pm	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	2h 16m	12:46am	N St David St	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Cumbernauld Town Centre Bus Station	3h 14m	9:59am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Cumbernauld Town Centre Bus Station	3h 16m	11:31am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cumbernauld to Edinburgh on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	2h 35m	1:05am	Edinburgh Airport	Cheapest
Bus	7:20am	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	2h 1m	9:21am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:00am	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	2h 27m	2:27am	N St David St	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	2h 27m	4:27am	N St David St	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	2h 16m	12:46am	N St David St	No tags

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Get from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

2h 16mAverage Duration

40 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

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Megabus UK

3.5/54,271 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 4271 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $17

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Where are the popular stops in Cumbernauld and Edinburgh?

Stops in Cumbernauld

A - Cumbernauld Bus Stop

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh by bus

How far is Cumbernauld from Edinburgh?
The distance between Cumbernauld and Edinburgh is approximately 50 km (31 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh?
Buses departing from Cumbernauld Bus Stop in Cumbernauld will take you to Bus Station in Edinburgh.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-14

$13

11-15

$13

Today

$15

11-17

$13

11-18

$13

11-19

$13

11-20

$13

11-21

$13

The cheapest trip from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $42 for a bus ticket from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-20.