How far is York from Edinburgh?

The distance separating York and Edinburgh is 162 miles (260 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from York to Edinburgh leave from York Bus Stop (RC) and arrive at Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off 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 Mountain Biking, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, Rosslyn Chapel, Old Town and Edinburgh Zoo.

Bus York to Edinburgh from $34 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Compare 3 ways to go from York to Edinburgh.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $46	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$36 - $279	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $39	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from York to Edinburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest ticket

11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus York to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$34

Average bus trip duration6h 40m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure10:55am

Distance161 miles (259 km)

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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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York to Edinburgh Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from York to Edinburgh, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in York and Edinburgh?

Stops in York

A - York Bus Stop (RC)

B - University Of York Bus Stop

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 for your trip York - Edinburgh

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from York to Edinburgh.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from York to Edinburgh, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from York to Edinburgh that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from York to Edinburgh.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from York to Edinburgh?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 40m	Avg Price$34	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 35m	Avg Price$92	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h 40m	Avg Price$39	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to York by bus?

Bus from York to Edinburgh

You can also go to Edinburgh by train

Train from York to Edinburgh

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