Bus Gloucester to Edinburgh: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh

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

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$75

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$77

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	13h 40m	4:45 PM	Gloucester	Transport Hub	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square		Economy	$75	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Transport Hub, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 4:45:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Edinburgh via Cheltenham, you can save more than $-27? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  13h 10m
  
  Gloucester
  
  7 mi
  
  6:10 PM
  
  Cheltenham
  Royal Well Bus Station
  
  7:20 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $102
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 6:10:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Edinburgh via Birmingham, you can save more than $25? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  13h 25m
  
  0
  
  6:40 PM
  
  Gloucester
  Transport Hub
  
  8:15 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Great Charles St Queensway
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $9
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Transport Hub, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 6:40:00 PM to Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
- National Express
  
  9h 35m
  
  0
  
  10:30 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Coach Station
  
  8:05 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $40
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 10:30:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $25

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	13h 40m	4:45 PM	Gloucester	Transport Hub	6:25 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square		Economy	$77	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Transport Hub, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 4:45:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Edinburgh via Cheltenham, you can save more than $22? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 29%
  
  15h 35m
  
  Gloucester
  
  7 mi
  
  3:00 AM
  
  Cheltenham
  Royal Well Bus Station
  
  6:35 PM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $55
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 3:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 35m
Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Edinburgh via Birmingham, you can save more than $44? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  13h 25m
  
  0
  
  6:40 PM
  
  Gloucester
  Transport Hub
  
  8:15 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Great Charles St Queensway
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $9
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Transport Hub, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 6:40:00 PM to Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
- National Express
  
  9h 35m
  
  0
  
  10:30 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Coach Station
  
  8:05 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $24
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 10:30:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $44

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The cheapest bus for the 7/25/2026 costs just $54, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Gloucester to Edinburgh starting from $54!

Cheapest Bus	$54
Fastest Bus	13h 40m
Earliest Bus	4:45 PM
Latest Bus	4:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	285.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Gloucester to Edinburgh

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Gloucester for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday

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Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$54

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$86

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$114

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$75

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

How to save money travelling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Edinburgh are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Gloucester and Edinburgh

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

Transport Hub

Station Rd

Longlevens

Cheltenham Road 133

Market Parade

Quedgeley

Eastgate

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Service and Comfort on the bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Gloucester to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Gloucester Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $54 and takes 13h 40m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $54 and $77. 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 Gloucester to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Gloucester to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 13h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $75. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Gloucester to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Gloucester starts at 4:45 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 Gloucester to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Gloucester for Edinburgh starts at 4:45 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 Gloucester Edinburgh route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Gloucester 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.

What can I take with me on the Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Gloucester and to Edinburgh

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Gloucester and to Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!