Bus from Edinburgh to London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to London on December 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Bus Station
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)Fastest
National ExpressBus
    		Bus Station
    		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Bus Station
    		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)No tags
    MegabusBus
      		Edinburgh Airport
      		Finchley RoadNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:24 PM GMT.

      Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to London

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      8h 40mAverage Duration
      534 kmDistance
      22kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$32 - $311Average Duration11h 57m
      13kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$67 - $700Average Duration4h 32m
      13kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$59 - $118Average Duration8h 40m
      22kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to London by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to London?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to London start from $32. The average price for this route is around $72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to London?

        The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to London is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 535 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to London route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 75 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to London?

        The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to London at 5:24am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to London?

        A bus trip from Edinburgh to London generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to London?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to London?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to London?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to London?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      12-02
      $86
      12-03
      $66
      Today
      $76
      12-05
      $66
      12-06
      $53
      12-07
      $66
      12-08
      $49
      12-09
      $49
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to London was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $49

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

      You can expect to pay from $49 to $201 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-08.

      Usually FlixBus, National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to London?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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