How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh cost?

The bus ticket price from Birmingham to Edinburgh starts at $28. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The average travel time between Birmingham and Edinburgh is around 9h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 21m.This is the time it takes to travel the 396 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Birmingham and Edinburgh?

The number of buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

When taking the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

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

Buses travelling between Birmingham and Edinburgh leave from Coach Station or Birmingham Airport and arrive at Bus Station, Edinburgh Airport, Haymarket.

Bus Birmingham to Edinburgh from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Edinburgh on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Coach Station	9h 50m	5:20pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Coach Station	8h 30m	8:30pm	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Coach Station	9h 50m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Great Charles Street Queensway	10h 35m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Brunel Street	9h 23m	10:23pm	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Edinburgh on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Coach Station	9h 50m	5:20pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Coach Station	9h 50m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 8m	10:08am	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Edinburgh on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	Coach Station	8h 45m	8:45pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Coach Station	9h 50m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 8m	10:08am	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Edinburgh on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	Coach Station	8h 15m	8:15pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	Coach Station	9h 35m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 8m	10:08am	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Edinburgh on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:45am	Coach Station	9h 35m	5:20pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	Coach Station	9h 35m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 8m	10:08am	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Edinburgh on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Coach Station	9h 50m	5:20pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Coach Station	9h 50m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 8m	10:08am	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Edinburgh on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	Coach Station	8h 30m	8:30pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 1m	10:01am	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Coach Station	9h 50m	5:20pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 50m	8:55am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Brunel Street	8h 8m	10:08am	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:35 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham 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 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage Duration

395 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $272	Average Duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$81 - $908	Average Duration5h 2m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$86 - $86	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Edinburgh?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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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

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

National Express

4/529,733 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers have expressed satisfaction with the service, mentioning it as very good and perfect. However, some reviews mention issues such as a coughing passenger, crying baby, and squeaky seat.

National Express Birmingham Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Everything was perfect besides coughing passenger, crying baby and a squeaky seat.

Bruce M.

September 11, 2022

Unpleasant Rude driver and conductor Toilet on the bus out of order Seats barely recline

Somya J.

October 25, 2019

Punctual and the bus driver was good, advised the passenger who talking over phone not to do so as our journey is overnight, other passengers would like a quiet environment and take a good rest. Safe journey too.

Xiao Ting W.

May 31, 2019

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Edinburgh by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh cost?
The bus ticket price from Birmingham to Edinburgh starts at $28. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The average travel time between Birmingham and Edinburgh is around 9h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 21m.This is the time it takes to travel the 396 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Birmingham and Edinburgh?
The number of buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
When taking the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
Buses travelling between Birmingham and Edinburgh leave from Coach Station or Birmingham Airport and arrive at Bus Station, Edinburgh Airport, Haymarket.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-24

$68

11-25

$50

Today

$44

11-27

$44

11-28

$50

11-29

$44

11-30

$58

12-01

$44

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $153 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time9h 50m	Avg Price$57	Daily Departures31
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time5h 2m	Avg Price$183	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time6h 10m	Avg Price$86	Daily Departures1