How far is Southampton from Edinburgh?

The distance separating Southampton and Edinburgh is 357 miles (575 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Southampton to Edinburgh leave from Southampton Coach Station and arrive at Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your 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 National Museum of Scotland, The Edinburgh Dungeon, Old Town, Arthur's Seat and Camera Obscura & World of Illusions.

Bus Southampton to Edinburgh from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Southampton to Edinburgh on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20am	Solent University (Stop IA)	13h 30m	11:50pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:20am	Solent University (Stop IA)	13h 30m	11:50pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:35am	Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)	13h 15m	11:50pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:35am	Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)	13h 15m	11:50pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Southampton University	20h 25m	7:35am	Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Southampton to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

7h 44mAverage Duration

356 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $190	Average Duration17h 13m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$163 - $548	Average Duration7h 44m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,356 reviews

Staff4.1

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

3.5/54,272 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Edinburgh?

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Coach Station

B - Southampton Bus Stop

C - W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton

D - Bus Stop Queensway

E - Southampton Central

F - Ferry Terminal

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 Southampton to Edinburgh by bus

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