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Compare all timetables for the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Birmingham to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today
$27
tomorrow
$31
Sunday
$40
Monday
$24
Tuesday
$21
Wednesday
$21
Thursday
$21

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 35m 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $27
FlixBus 9h 53m 1:40 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:33 PM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop  Economy $49
FlixBus 10h 1m 1:40 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:41 PM Edinburgh Haymarket Bus Stop  Economy $52
FlixBus 10h 13m 1:40 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:53 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $52
National Express 11h 25m 11:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $53

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 35m 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $31
National Express 9h 30m 7:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $40
National Express 11h 25m 11:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $53
FlixBus 9h 55m 10:55 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $57
FlixBus 9h 23m 1:40 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:03 PM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop  Economy $58

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 30m 7:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $40
National Express 9h 35m 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $40
National Express 11h 25m 11:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $53
FlixBus 9h 23m 1:40 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:03 PM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop  Economy $66
FlixBus 9h 27m 1:40 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:07 PM Edinburgh  Economy $66

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 35m 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $24
National Express 9h 45m 7:30 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $27
National Express 11h 25m 11:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $30
FlixBus 8h 29m 12:05 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 8:34 AM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop  Economy $48
FlixBus 9h 53m 1:40 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:33 PM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop  Economy $51

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 45m 7:30 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $21
National Express 9h 35m 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $24
National Express 11h 25m 11:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $29
FlixBus 9h 55m 10:55 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $39
FlixBus 12h 15m 8:00 PM Birmingham Aston University 8:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 45m 7:30 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $21
National Express 8h 25m 12:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:25 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $24
National Express 9h 35m 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $27
FlixBus 9h 55m 10:55 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $39
FlixBus 12h 15m 8:00 PM Birmingham Aston University 8:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 45m 7:30 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $21
National Express 9h 35m 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $21
National Express 11h 25m 11:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $29
FlixBus 9h 53m 1:40 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:33 PM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop  Economy $49
FlixBus 9h 55m 10:55 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $49

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh is $21 on 8/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Birmingham and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Birmingham and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Birmingham and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 39 buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Edinburgh, with 24 offers.

Facts about the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 19 times every day by bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus $21
Fastest Bus 8h 17m
Earliest Bus 1:40 PM
Latest Bus 11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 19 Ø
Distance 245.3 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Every day, 19 buses from 2 bus companies leave Birmingham for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
$50
Saturday 07/25
$40
Sunday 07/26
$72
Monday 07/27
$55
Tuesday 07/28
$51
Wednesday 07/29
$27
Thursday 07/30
$24
Friday 07/31
$24
Saturday 08/01
$24
Sunday 08/02
$40
Monday 08/03
$24
Tuesday 08/04
$24
Wednesday 08/05
$21
Thursday 08/06
$24
Friday 08/07
$27
Saturday 08/08
$24
Sunday 08/09
$58
Monday 08/10
$21
Tuesday 08/11
$21
Wednesday 08/12
$38
Thursday 08/13
$24
Friday 08/14
$24
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $21, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $24.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh, with $21. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $24.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Edinburgh

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Birmingham and Edinburgh.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Birmingham to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Birmingham to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Birmingham Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 9h 45m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $96. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.

On average, how many connections are available from Birmingham to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Birmingham to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 19 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Birmingham to Edinburgh take?

The fastest bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 8h 17m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $69. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Birmingham starts at 1:40 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Birmingham for Edinburgh starts at 11:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Birmingham Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with FlixBus and National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Birmingham to Edinburgh bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Birmingham Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham Edinburgh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birmingham to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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