Bus from Edinburgh to Gloucester: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Edinburgh to Gloucester on 25 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Gloucester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gloucester. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
5h 55mAverage duration
285 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£32 - £121Average duration14h 50m
11kg CO₂e
Average price£50 - £536Average duration5h 55m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Edinburgh to Gloucester

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Gloucester start from £32. The average price for this route is around £63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

    The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Gloucester is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 285 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 14h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Gloucester route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

    The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Gloucester at 09:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

    A bus journey from Edinburgh to Gloucester produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/12
£78
24/12
£57
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26/12
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27/12
£62
28/12
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29/12
£64
30/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Gloucester was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of £57

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

You can expect to pay from £57 to £98 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Gloucester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £62, which is on 2025-12-27.

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

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