Bus from Edinburgh to London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to London on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Bus Station
    		Victoria Coach StationCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		Bus Station
    		London Finchley Road (Stop CL)Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Bus Station
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Bus Station
      		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)No tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Bus Station
        		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

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        Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to London

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        8h 10mAverage Duration
        331 milesDistance
        22kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$25 - $221Average Duration12h 9m
        10kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$38 - $494Average Duration4h 21m
        13kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$38 - $86Average Duration8h 10m
        22kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to London by bus

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

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

          The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to London start from $25. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 ride from Edinburgh to London?

          The average bus trip duration from Edinburgh to London is 12h 9m, covering a distance of 256 miles (413 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 80 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to London at 7:21am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

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

          A bus trip from Edinburgh to London generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to London?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to London?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Edinburgh to London?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to London?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
        01/13
        $51
        01/14
        $55
        Today
        $42
        01/16
        $38
        01/17
        $33
        01/18
        $41
        01/19
        $33
        01/20
        $32
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to London was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $32

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

        You can expect to pay from $32 to $139 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-20.

        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.

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

        busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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