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Compare all timetables for the bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Liverpool to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
today
tomorrow
$38
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
$41
Saturday
$45
Sunday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 5m 6:30 AM Liverpool One Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $38
FlixBus 10h 55m 6:40 AM Liverpool Edge Hill Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $38
FlixBus 13h 55m 5:50 PM Liverpool One Bus Station 7:45 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station  Economy $40
National Express 12h 10m 7:30 PM Liverpool One Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $42
National Express 9h 20m 7:55 AM Liverpool One Bus Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 53m
      0
      2:40 PM
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      3:25 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • FlixBus
      7h 23m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      11:33 PM
      Edinburgh
      Corstorphine Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $25
    Travel Time is 0h 27m shorter, and you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 5m 6:30 AM Liverpool One Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $41
FlixBus 10h 55m 6:40 AM Liverpool Edge Hill Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $41
FlixBus 9h 55m 9:50 PM Liverpool One Bus Station 7:45 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $51
FlixBus 9h 45m 10:00 PM Liverpool Edge Hill Station 7:45 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 53m
      0
      2:40 PM
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      3:25 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • FlixBus
      7h 23m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      11:33 PM
      Edinburgh
      Corstorphine Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $25
    Travel Time is 0h 52m shorter, and you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 55m 5:50 PM Liverpool One Bus Station 7:45 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station  Economy $45
FlixBus 11h 5m 6:30 AM Liverpool One Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $49
FlixBus 10h 55m 6:40 AM Liverpool Edge Hill Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $49
National Express 9h 10m 8:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $68
National Express 9h 25m 9:10 AM Liverpool One Bus Station 6:35 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 44m
      0
      7:50 PM
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      9:00 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 5h 10m
    • FlixBus
      6h 24m
      0
      2:10 AM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      8:34 AM
      Edinburgh
      Corstorphine Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $21
    Travel time is 3h 34m longer, but you will save $20

Frequency of bus connections between Liverpool and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Liverpool and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Liverpool to Edinburgh. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Liverpool and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 buses from Liverpool to Edinburgh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Liverpool and Edinburgh, with 2 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/22/2026 costs just $22, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 6 times every day by bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh starting from $22!

Cheapest Bus $22
Fastest Bus 8h 45m
Earliest Bus 6:30 AM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 6 Ø
Distance 176.1 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Liverpool to Edinburgh

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Liverpool for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 09/06
Monday 09/07
$44
Tuesday 09/08
$38
Wednesday 09/09
Thursday 09/10
Friday 09/11
$41
Saturday 09/12
$45
Sunday 09/13
Monday 09/14
$37
Tuesday 09/15
$34
Wednesday 09/16
Thursday 09/17
Friday 09/18
$45
Saturday 09/19
Sunday 09/20
Monday 09/21
$42
Tuesday 09/22
$22
Wednesday 09/23
Thursday 09/24
Friday 09/25
Saturday 09/26
Sunday 09/27
$22
Monday 09/28
Tuesday 09/29
Wednesday 09/30
Thursday 10/01
Friday 10/02
Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $22, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh, with $38. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $42.

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

All bus stations and stops in Liverpool and Edinburgh

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from Liverpool to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Liverpool to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Liverpool Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $22 and takes 11h 5m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $68. 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 Liverpool to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Liverpool to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh is offered by National Express and takes 8h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $68. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Liverpool starts at 6:30 AM. 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 Liverpool to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Liverpool for Edinburgh starts at 10:00 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 Liverpool Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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