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Coach travel from Nottingham to Edinburgh

From £27 one-way*

Free Wi-Fi available onboard
Departures: up to 2 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 Nottingham to Edinburgh

Travel in true comfort from Nottingham to Edinburgh from just £27 one-way* on a National Express coach. With a guaranteed seat, ample legroom, a generous luggage allowance and a free Wi-Fi service, you can travel in luxury for less.

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Nottingham to Edinburgh journey information
Fastest journey time 7 hrs 25 mins
Cheapest price From £27 *
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.

180 coach towards Glasgow

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

183 coach towards Glasgow

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

Our coaches depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station. This modern station has everything you need before boarding your coach, with great access from the city centre and further travel options.

For more information, please visit our Nottingham Coach Station page.

Arriving in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Bus Station is located in the city centre, only a stone's throw from St Andrew's Square, so ending your journey is easy and convenient.

From toilet facilities to a coffee shop and phone charging areas, the station has plenty of features for your comfort and convenience, ensuring you're ready to head into the city at your best.

Frequently asked questions

When is the first coach from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

The first coach leaves from Nottingham Bus Station at 0.45am, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 8.05am.

When is the last coach from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

The last coach leaves from Nottingham Bus Station at 9.55am, arriving at Edinburgh Bus Station at 17.20pm.

How much is the coach from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

A one-way journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh is available from £27*.

How long does the coach take from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

Our fastest coach journeys from Nottingham to Edinburgh take 7 hrs 25 mins.

What happens if I miss my coach from Nottingham 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 2 July 2024 for travel between 2 July 2024 - 28 October 2024.

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