How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh start at R 280. The average price for this route is around R 546. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Edinburgh is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 282 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK , National Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Edinburgh at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Edinburgh?

A bus trip from Manchester to Edinburgh produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Manchester to Edinburgh?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Edinburgh?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Edinburgh?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Edinburgh?

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.

Bus Manchester to Edinburgh from R 216 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Edinburgh on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	7h 15m	23:25	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	5h 45m	02:05	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	7h 43m	23:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	6h 7m	02:27	N St David St	No tags
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	7h 31m	23:41	Edinburgh Haymarket Station North (Stop HB)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Edinburgh on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	9h 45m	21:35	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	6h 1m	10:01	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 45m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	22:23	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	8h 55m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Edinburgh on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	7h 15m	23:25	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	Cheapest
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	6h 1m	10:01	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 45m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	22:23	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	8h 55m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Edinburgh on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	8h 55m	17:35	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	6h 1m	10:01	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 45m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	22:23	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	9h 45m	21:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Edinburgh on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	7h 23m	23:33	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	6h 1m	10:01	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 45m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	22:23	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	8h 55m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Edinburgh on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 53m	09:03	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	5h 45m	02:05	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 45m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	6h 7m	02:27	N St David St	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	8h 55m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Edinburgh on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	7h 23m	23:33	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	5h 45m	02:05	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	16h 50m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	6h 7m	02:27	N St David St	No tags
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 45m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Edinburgh on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 7m	08:17	Edinburgh Airport	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	5h 45m	02:05	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	16h 50m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	6h 7m	02:27	N St David St	No tags
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 45m	08:55	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:23 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 447, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage duration

282 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 280 - R 2 420	Average duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 587 - R 4 910	Average duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 447 - R 610	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Edinburgh?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
B
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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C
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Visit page
D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Visit page
B
Edinburgh Airport
C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
Visit page
D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 545 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 283 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

National Express

4/529 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to 18 reviews, National Express received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the power outlets. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 586

National Express Manchester Edinburgh recent customer reviews

I was happy with National Express just on the return back to Manchester we was on lot longer made the journey to about 7.30hrs apart from that I would book again

Diane Y.

6 August 2018

It was suppose to be a direct bus but the driver instructed everyone to move to a DriverLine bus at Glasgow. Later bus was normal bus which stopped at several places. As a result we were delayed by an hour and I missed my connecting bus.

Kuldeep P.

20 February 2018

Very good

Esteban C.

30 April 2024

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Edinburgh by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh start at R 280. The average price for this route is around R 546. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Edinburgh is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 282 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Edinburgh at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Manchester to Edinburgh produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Manchester to Edinburgh?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Edinburgh?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Edinburgh?
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

05/12

R 1 429

06/12

R 1 201

Today

R 880

08/12

R 621

09/12

R 425

10/12

R 466

11/12

R 476

12/12

R 621

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Edinburgh was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 425

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

You can expect to pay from R 425 to R 1 429 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 425, which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Megabus UK 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.