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Coach from Heathrow to Edinburgh
Our coaches travel from Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station to Edinburgh Bus Station overnight. Plus, £42.70 fares one-way* make this route one of the most cost-effective ways to Edinburgh possible.
With regular, reliable services, low fares, and stylish travel, you can travel in comfort and with confidence once again.
| Heathrow to Edinburgh journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 8 hrs 30 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £42.70 * |
| Distance (approx) | 649km |
| No. of stops | 1 (other services use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 22.10pm (from Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station) |
Our Heathrow to Edinburgh services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 594 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
- Knutsford Services
- Edinburgh Bus Station
Heathrow to Edinburgh route map
Return route
- Edinburgh to Heathrow
Popular routes to Edinburgh
Departing from Heathrow
While you are waiting for your coach, Heathrow Airport has many great facilities for you to enjoy.
Facilities near to the stop include a wide assortment of cafes, shops and restaurants, as well as rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines.
Arrival and Departure information:
Terminal 2 & 3: Coaches arrive and depart from the Heathrow Central Bus Station.
Terminal 4: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 4.
Terminal 5: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 5.
Arriving in Edinburgh
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 on arrival, from toilet facilities to a coffee shop and phone charging areas.
You can even store luggage in lockers if you're going straight into the city.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station at 22.10pm, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 06.40am.
The last coach leaves from Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station at 22.10pm, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 06.40am.
A one-way journey from Heathrow to Edinburgh is available from £42.70*.
Our fastest coach journeys from Heathrow to Edinburgh take 8 hrs 30 mins.
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.
