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Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
today
$32
tomorrow
$33
Sunday
$36
Monday
$28
Tuesday
$24
Wednesday
$25
Thursday
$29

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 36m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:46 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Bus Stop  Economy $32
FlixBus 6h 35m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:45 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $32
FlixBus 7h 50m 1:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $32
National Express 7h 50m 12:15 AM Manchester Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $36
National Express 7h 25m 9:50 AM Manchester Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $45

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 15m 10:20 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $33
FlixBus 7h 50m 1:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $33
FlixBus 7h 13m 4:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 11:23 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $39
National Express 7h 25m 9:50 AM Manchester Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $45
National Express 7h 40m 10:55 AM Manchester Coach Station 6:35 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $45

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 50m 1:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $36
FlixBus 7h 15m 10:20 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $39
FlixBus 8h 15m 11:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 7:45 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $43
National Express 7h 40m 10:55 AM Manchester Coach Station 6:35 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $45
National Express 7h 25m 9:50 AM Manchester Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $46

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 55m 9:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $28
FlixBus 6h 29m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:39 AM Edinburgh  Economy $30
FlixBus 6h 36m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:46 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Bus Stop  Economy $31
FlixBus 6h 24m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:34 AM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop  Economy $31
National Express 7h 50m 12:15 AM Manchester Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $36

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 55m 9:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $24
FlixBus 7h 50m 1:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $26
FlixBus 8h 15m 11:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 7:45 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $26
FlixBus 7h 15m 10:20 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $27
National Express 7h 50m 12:15 AM Manchester Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $36

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 50m 1:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $25
FlixBus 6h 36m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:46 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Bus Stop  Economy $26
FlixBus 6h 24m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:34 AM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop  Economy $26
National Express 10h 55m 9:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $30
National Express 7h 50m 12:15 AM Manchester Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $37

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 36m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:46 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Bus Stop  Economy $29
FlixBus 6h 45m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:55 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $29
FlixBus 7h 50m 1:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:50 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $29
National Express 10h 55m 9:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:05 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $30
National Express 7h 35m 9:40 AM Manchester Coach Station 5:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $45

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Manchester to Edinburgh. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Manchester and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 56 buses from Manchester to Edinburgh, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Edinburgh, with 11 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/13/2026 costs just $22, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Manchester to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 19 times every day by bus from Manchester to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh starting from $22!

Cheapest Bus $22
Fastest Bus 6h 12m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 19 Ø
Distance 175.0 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester to Edinburgh

Every day, 19 buses from 2 bus companies leave Manchester 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
$45
Saturday 07/25
$35
Sunday 07/26
$36
Monday 07/27
$28
Tuesday 07/28
$26
Wednesday 07/29
$28
Thursday 07/30
$31
Friday 07/31
$35
Saturday 08/01
$38
Sunday 08/02
$36
Monday 08/03
$28
Tuesday 08/04
$25
Wednesday 08/05
$23
Thursday 08/06
$25
Friday 08/07
$25
Saturday 08/08
$26
Sunday 08/09
$34
Monday 08/10
$24
Tuesday 08/11
$23
Wednesday 08/12
$29
Thursday 08/13
$22
Friday 08/14
$23
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $21, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $34.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh, with $21. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $27.

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

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Edinburgh

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Manchester to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Manchester 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 10h 55m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $64. 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 Manchester to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Manchester 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 Manchester to Edinburgh take?

The fastest bus from Manchester to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 12m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $45. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Manchester starts at 12:15 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 Manchester to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester for Edinburgh starts at 11:30 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 Manchester Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Manchester 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 Manchester and Edinburgh?

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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