What is the distance between Gloucester and Edinburgh?

Gloucester and Edinburgh are 285 miles (460 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh?

If you're headed to Edinburgh from Gloucester, chances are that your bus will depart from Gloucester Bus Station and arrive at Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Once in Edinburgh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Old Town, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Rosslyn Chapel, Edinburgh Zoo and Arthur's Seat.

Bus Gloucester to Edinburgh from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gloucester to Edinburgh on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:10pm	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	15h 15m	6:25am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:15am	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	16h 20m	9:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Gloucester to Edinburgh on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:15am	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	16h 20m	9:35pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:10pm	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	15h 15m	6:25am	Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Gloucester to Edinburgh on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:10pm	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	15h 15m	6:25am	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:15am	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	16h 20m	9:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:21 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Gloucester to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

285 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $168	Average Duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$134 - $707	Average Duration6h 19m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$47 - $47	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Gloucester and Edinburgh?

Stops in Gloucester

A - Gloucester Bus Station

B - Gloucester Quays Bus Station

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 traveling from Gloucester to Edinburgh by bus

What is the distance between Gloucester and Edinburgh?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh?
What are the best sights and things to do 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

11/13

$63

11/14

$51

Today

$78

11/16

$96

11/17

$58

11/18

No data

11/19

$41

11/20

No data

The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $108 for a bus ticket from Gloucester to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-11-19.