How far is Edinburgh from Middlesbrough by coach?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Edinburgh by coach is approximately 123 miles (198 km).

Is there a way to reach Edinburgh from Middlesbrough without a car?

You can travel to Edinburgh from Middlesbrough by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Middlesbrough to Edinburgh from £10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 35m	21:35	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	5h 14m	23:14	Drum Brae	No tags
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	5h 22m	23:22	Newbridge	No tags
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	5h 11m	23:11	Edinburgh Zoo South	No tags

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 35m	21:35	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	4h 40m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:30	Middlesbrough Bus Station	3h 55m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	4h 40m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	5h 14m	23:14	Drum Brae	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Middlesbrough 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 3 hours and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

123 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£13 - £44	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £19	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Middlesbrough and Edinburgh?

Stops in Middlesbrough

A
Middlesbrough Bus Station
20 Cleveland Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2NX, UK
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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

3.5/511,391 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11391 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £13

Flixbus Middlesbrough Edinburgh recent customer reviews

The 2 men had a great banter with us travellers, diverted when there was a lot of traffic that would hold us up further & did a quick stop at Border for photo opportunity which was fab

Paris F.

10 July 2025

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,274 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh

How far is Edinburgh from Middlesbrough by coach?
The distance between Middlesbrough and Edinburgh by coach is approximately 123 miles (198 km).
Is there a way to reach Edinburgh from Middlesbrough without a car?
You can travel to Edinburgh from Middlesbrough by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

19/11

£13

20/11

£13

Today

£15

22/11

£14

23/11

£14

24/11

£10

25/11

£10

26/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £10

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

You can expect to pay from £10 to £46 for a bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually National Express 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.