Find coaches from Portsmouth to Edinburgh

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Next departures from Portsmouth to Edinburgh on 2 October
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Megabus UK
Queen St.
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Megabus UK
Queen St.
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portsmouth to Edinburgh

Bus
Average priceUS$44 - US$77Average duration14h 10m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$45 - US$45Average duration9h
25kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Portsmouth to Edinburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
9hAverage duration
US$45Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Portsmouth to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$73
Average bus trip duration14h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure09:40
Distance366 miles

Portsmouth to Edinburgh Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Portsmouth - Edinburgh

  1. How far is Edinburgh from Portsmouth by coach?

    The distance between Portsmouth and Edinburgh by coach is approximately 367 miles (591 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Edinburgh from Portsmouth without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Portsmouth and Edinburgh!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Portsmouth to Edinburgh, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Portsmouth to Edinburgh.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Portsmouth to Edinburgh, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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