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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Drum Brae | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2025-11-11 GMT.
Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol 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 7 hours, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
1carpool per day
7hAverage Duration
502 kmDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
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Where are the popular stops in Bristol and Edinburgh?
Stops in Bristol
Stops in Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Edinburgh by bus
How far is Bristol from Edinburgh?
Bristol and Edinburgh are 503 km (312 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bristol to Edinburgh?
Buses departing from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station in Bristol will take you to Bus Station 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
11-16
$135
11-17
$89
Today
$53
11-19
$60
11-20
$57
11-21
$69
11-22
$50
11-23
$54
The cheapest trip from Bristol to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $50To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bristol to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $50 to $186 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-11-22.
What's the cheapest way to go from Bristol to Edinburgh?
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