What is the travel distance from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld?

Edinburgh and Cumbernauld are 50 km (31 miles) apart.

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

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

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

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Edinburgh to Cumbernauld on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15pm	Bus Station	2h 44m	11:59pm	Cumbernauld Town Centre Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:15pm	Bus Station	2h 45m	1:00am	Cumbernauld Town Centre Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Bus Station	2h 35m	1:30am	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Bus Station	3h 15m	3:00am	Cumbernauld Town Centre Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Bus Station	3h 35m	3:30am	Cumbernauld Bus Stop	No tags

Get from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

2h 3mAverage Duration

50 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

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 Edinburgh and Cumbernauld?

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Stops in Cumbernauld

A - Cumbernauld Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld by bus

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

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

$15

Today

$13

11-17

$13

11-18

$13

11-19

$13

11-20

$13

11-21

$13

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld was searched and found on Nov 19, 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 Edinburgh to Cumbernauld, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $47 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-19.