How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh start from $17. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The average bus trip duration from Manchester to Edinburgh is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 175 miles (281 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 21m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 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 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Manchester to Edinburgh generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 29741 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 has the most timely service from Manchester to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Shudehill	8h 55m	5:35pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Shudehill	5h 45m	2:05am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	8:20pm	Shudehill	6h 7m	2:27am	N St David St	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	10:23pm	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 32m	10:12pm	Edinburgh Airport	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Shudehill	8h 55m	5:35pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Shudehill	6h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	2:10am	Shudehill	6h 45m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	10:23pm	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Shudehill	9h 45m	9:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10pm	Shudehill	7h 43m	11:53pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Shudehill	6h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	2:10am	Shudehill	6h 45m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	10:23pm	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Shudehill	8h 55m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10pm	Shudehill	7h 43m	11:53pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Shudehill	6h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	2:10am	Shudehill	6h 45m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	10:23pm	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Shudehill	8h 55m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Shudehill	8h 55m	5:35pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Shudehill	6h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	2:10am	Shudehill	6h 45m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 43m	10:23pm	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Shudehill	9h 45m	9:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50am	Shudehill	9h 45m	9:35pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Shudehill	5h 45m	2:05am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	2:10am	Shudehill	6h 45m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:20pm	Shudehill	6h 7m	2:27am	N St David St	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Shudehill	8h 55m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10pm	Shudehill	7h 23m	11:33pm	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Shudehill	5h 45m	2:05am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	16h 50m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:20pm	Shudehill	6h 7m	2:27am	N St David St	No tags
Bus	2:10am	Shudehill	6h 45m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester 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 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

175 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $140	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$34 - $286	Average Duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $36	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Edinburgh?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
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B
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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C
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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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
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B
Edinburgh Airport
Visit page
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

3.5/511,475 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,278 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 18 reviews, National Express received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travelers 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 $34

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.

August 6, 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.

February 20, 2018

Very good

Esteban C.

April 30, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Edinburgh by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $17. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The average bus trip duration from Manchester to Edinburgh is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 175 miles (281 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 21m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 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 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Manchester to Edinburgh generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 29741 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 has the most timely service from Manchester to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

11/28

$89

11/29

$77

Today

$54

12/01

$49

12/02

$30

12/03

$26

12/04

$27

12/05

$37

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $26

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 $26 to $129 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 $26 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.