How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh?

The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Edinburgh start from £39. The average price for this route is around £83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Southampton to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Southampton to Edinburgh is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 356 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Southampton to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Edinburgh at 17:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Edinburgh?

A bus journey from Southampton to Edinburgh produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Southampton to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4290 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Edinburgh?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Southampton to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Southampton to Edinburgh from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Southampton to Edinburgh on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Southampton	13h 25m	06:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:15	Southampton University	13h 10m	06:25	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	17:00	Southampton	17h 9m	10:09	Drum Brae	No tags
Bus	17:15	Southampton University	16h 54m	10:09	Drum Brae	No tags
Bus	17:00	Southampton	17h	10:00	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Edinburgh on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Southampton	13h 25m	06:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:15	Southampton University	13h 10m	06:25	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	17:00	Southampton	17h 39m	10:39	Drum Brae	No tags
Bus	17:15	Southampton University	17h 24m	10:39	Drum Brae	No tags
Bus	17:00	Southampton	17h 30m	10:30	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 00:18 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Southampton to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just £124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

7h 44mAverage duration

356 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£39 - £115	Average duration17h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£124 - £416	Average duration7h 44m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Edinburgh?

Stops in Southampton

A
Southampton Coach Station
20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
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B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK
C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK
D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK
E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK
F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, 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

3.5/511,744 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,292 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton to Edinburgh

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

How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh?
The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Edinburgh start from £39. The average price for this route is around £83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Southampton to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Southampton to Edinburgh is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 356 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Edinburgh at 17:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Edinburgh?
A bus journey from Southampton to Edinburgh produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Southampton to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4290 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Edinburgh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Southampton to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/12

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25/12

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27/12

£86

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29/12

£68

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31/12

£59

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Edinburgh was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of £59

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

You can expect to pay from £59 to £112 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £59, which is on 2025-12-31.