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Coach from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh

From £29.70 one-way*

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Departures: up to 1 services per day

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Children under 14 years of age are not permitted to travel without being accompanied throughout the journey by a responsible person aged 16 years or over.
Children aged 14 - 15 years old may travel unaccompanied, as from 5am, arriving at their booked destination no later than 10pm. Unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian. (sms or chat based messages are not permissible)

One infant aged 0-2 travels free when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. Additional infants aged 0-2 must be paid for. If you are travelling with more than 1 infant aged 0-2, please book the additional infant as 'Children (3-15).

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Coach from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh

Take the coach to Edinburgh from Birmingham Airport and experience comfortable travel for less. With a guaranteed seat, plenty of legroom, a generous luggage allowance, free Wi-Fi and more, you can travel with confidence once again.

Book your tickets now using the journey planner above and travel from just £29.70 one-way.

Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh journey information
Fastest journey time 9 hrs 10 mins
Cheapest price From £29.70 *
Distance (approx) 487km
No. of stops 6 (other services use further stops)
First & last journey daily 22.55pm

Our Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh services and stops

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180 coach towards Glasgow

Our 180 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Birmingham Airport
  • Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
  • Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
  • Sheffield (City Centre)
  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station
  • Edinburgh Bus Station

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Departing from Birmingham Airport 

Departing from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal where transfer services run throughout the day and night, with cheap fares, you'll never have a more affordable journey to or from the airport.

There are plenty of things to keep you occupied at the airport including - restaurants, bars, retail shops and currency exchanges. There's even Resorts World based nearby, full of entertainment for the whole family.

 

Arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station

Edinburgh Bus Station is located in the city centre, only a stone's throw from St Andrew's Square.

The station has plenty of features for your comfort and convenience as you arrive into the city, from toilet facilities to a coffee shop and more.

Frequently asked questions

When is the first coach from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh?

The first direct coach leaves from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal at 22.55pm, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 8.05am.

When is the last coach from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh?

The last coach leaves from Birmingham Coach Station at 22.55pm, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 8.05am.

How much is the coach from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh?

A one-way journey from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh is available from £29.70*.

How long does the coach take from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh?

Our fastest coach journey from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh will arrive in 9 hrs 10 mins.

What happens if I miss my coach from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh?

We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.

Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.

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*Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 24.10.2024 for travel between 24.10.2024 - 20.02.2025.

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