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Coach from Nottingham to Edinburgh
National Express coaches travel from Nottingham to Edinburgh with guaranteed comfort, starting from £27.00 one-way*, offering a comfortable journey with plenty of legroom, generous luggage allowance, and complimentary WiFi – making your trip across the UK both enjoyable and affordable.
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| Nottingham to Edinburgh journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 7 hrs 25 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £27.00 * |
| Distance (approx) | 452km |
| No. of stops | 2 (other services use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 0:45am/9:55am |
Our Nottingham to Edinburgh services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 180 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
- Sheffield City Centre Interchange
- Leeds Coach & Bus Station
- Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station
- Edinburgh Bus Station
Our 183 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
- Leeds Coach & Bus Station
- Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station
- Edinburgh Bus Station
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Departing from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Coaches leave from Broad Marsh Bus Station, a modern facility with everything needed for a comfortable start to your journey.
With excellent access from Nottingham's vibrant city centre and various onward travel connections, you'll find this station ideally located for exploring the city or beginning your Scottish adventure.
For more information, please visit our Nottingham Coach Station page.
Arriving in Edinburgh
National Express coaches arrive at Edinburgh Bus Station, conveniently located in the city centre just moments from St Andrew's Square.
The station offers amenities including toilets, a coffee shop, and phone charging areas, so you can freshen up before exploring Scotland's historic capital.
We recommend arriving with plenty of time before any onward connections – that's smart travelling sorted.
Perfect for:
✅ Travellers seeking comfortable long-distance journeys with guaranteed seats
✅ Budget-conscious explorers wanting comfortable travel for less
✅ Visitors planning to explore both historic English and Scottish cities
Book your Nottingham to Edinburgh coach today and enjoy comfortable travel with our generous amenities and convenient city-centre stops. Sit back and let us do the driving!
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Nottingham Bus Station at 0.45am, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 8.05am.
The last coach leaves from Nottingham Bus Station at 9.55am, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 17.20pm.
A one-way journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh is available from £27.00*.
Our fastest coach journeys from Nottingham to Edinburgh take 7 hrs 25 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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