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

The bus ticket price from Heathrow to Edinburgh starts at R 471. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Heathrow 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 Heathrow to Edinburgh?

The average travel time between Heathrow and Edinburgh is around 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 531 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Heathrow to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Heathrow to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Heathrow to Edinburgh?

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

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

Buses travelling between Heathrow and Edinburgh leave from London Heathrow Airport or Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central and arrive at Bus Station, Edinburgh Airport, Haymarket.

Bus Heathrow to Edinburgh from R 570 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Heathrow to Edinburgh on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:05	Heathrow Airport (T5), Arrivals	15h 36m	11:41	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	06:50	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	22:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	06:50	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	10h 45m	10:25	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Edinburgh on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	11h 40m	20:30	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	06:50	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 10m	18:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 10m	18:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Edinburgh on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	06:50	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 20m	18:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 20m	18:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:25	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	14h 7m	10:32	Edinburgh Regent Road	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Edinburgh on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:05	Heathrow Airport (T5), Arrivals	14h 34m	10:39	Drum Brae	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	06:50	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 20m	18:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 20m	18:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Edinburgh on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 10m	18:55	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	06:50	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Heathrow T2 & T3	12h 10m	18:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	9h 55m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	11h 40m	20:30	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:22 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Heathrow 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 8 hours and with fares starting at just R 995, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8hAverage duration

530 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 471 - R 4 058	Average duration14h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 995 - R 1 449	Average duration8h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529 715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have reported that the journey was generally pleasant, with comfortable seating enhancing their travel experience. However, there were mentions of an encounter with a less courteous driver on one occasion and a minor issue regarding luggage handling. Overall, passengers appreciated the comfort provided during their trip.

National Express Heathrow Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Apart from the previous night where the most rude and abnoxious driver l have ever met the journey itself the morning after was pleasant apart from picking the wrong case

Abdelhamid S.

16 April 2025

It was good, comfortable seats though would have been better to lay seats back a bit.

Derryce S.

24 August 2023

Very Very uncomfortable for a tall person no leg or sleep even after a 50 plus hours flight

Nicolas B.

31 August 2022

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Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Edinburgh?

Stops in Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heathrow to Edinburgh by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Heathrow to Edinburgh cost?
The bus ticket price from Heathrow to Edinburgh starts at R 471. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Heathrow 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 Heathrow to Edinburgh?
The average travel time between Heathrow and Edinburgh is around 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 531 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Heathrow and Edinburgh?
The number of buses from Heathrow to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Heathrow to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Heathrow to Edinburgh?
When taking the bus from Heathrow to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heathrow to Edinburgh?
Buses travelling between Heathrow and Edinburgh leave from London Heathrow Airport or Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central 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

16/11

R 1 126

17/11

R 704

Today

R 987

19/11

R 762

20/11

R 913

21/11

R 984

22/11

R 1 008

23/11

R 1 063

The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Edinburgh was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 704

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

You can expect to pay from R 704 to R 2 211 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 762, which is on 2025-11-19.

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.