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Coach from London to Edinburgh
National Express coaches travel from London Victoria Coach Station to Edinburgh Bus Station overnight, with fares from £23.90 one-way* making this one of the most cost-effective routes to Scotland's capital.
With regular, reliable services and stylish travel, you can journey in comfort while saving those precious pounds for exploring Edinburgh's historic streets.
| London to Edinburgh journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 8 hrs 40 mins (from Golders Green) |
| Cheapest price | From £23.90 * |
| Distance (approx) | 675km |
| No. of stops | 3 (other services use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 8.30am/22.30pm (from London Victoria Coach Station) |
Our London to Edinburgh services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 591 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- London Victoria Coach Station
- London Golders Green
- Milton Keynes Coachway
- Sheffield Meadowhall
- Leeds Coach Station
- Darlington
- Newcastle upon Tyne (St James Boulevard)
- Alnwick
- Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Edinburgh Bus Station
Our 594 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- London Victoria Coach Station
- Heathrow Airport Terminal 2 & 3
- Milton Keynes Coachway
- Woodall Services (M1)
- Edinburgh Bus Station
Our 586 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- London Victoria Coach Station
- London Golders Green
- Milton Keynes Coachway
- Edinburgh Bus Station
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Popular routes to Edinburgh
Departing from London Victoria Coach Station
London Victoria Coach Station sits just 300 metres from the tube network (Victoria, District and Circle Lines) and Victoria rail station, making it supremely accessible for London travellers.
A convenient bus stop directly outside serves numerous city centre routes, with a handy taxi rank on Eccleston Place for those with luggage or seeking direct connections to London's vibrant neighbourhoods.
Take a look at our London Victoria Station facilities.
Arriving in Edinburgh
National Express coaches from London Victoria arrive at Edinburgh Bus Station, in the heart of the city centre and just a stone's throw from St Andrew's Square.
The station offers facilities for your comfort and convenience, including toilets, a coffee shop, phone charging areas and luggage lockers – perfect if you're heading straight into the city to explore Edinburgh's attractions.
Perfect for:
✅ Budget-conscious travellers wanting the most affordable London to Edinburgh transport
✅ Overnight passengers looking to save on accommodation costs
✅ Visitors wanting direct city-centre to city-centre connections
Book your National Express coach travel from London to Edinburgh today and enjoy a comfortable, affordable journey to Scotland's stunning capital city.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 8.30am, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 19.10pm.
The last coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 22.30pm, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 07.40am.
A one-way journey from London to Edinburgh is available from £23.90*.
Our fastest coach journeys from London to Edinburgh take 8 hrs 40 mins from our Golders Green stop.
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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