Flixbus35.14 kg CO₂
14:40Bristol, Bristol Uni of West England
12h 25m
07:35Edinburgh, Edinburgh Bus Station
1 changes
Bristol to Edinburgh Bus
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- Lowest price from ≈ €32.71 £28.07
- Average duration 12h 40m
- Connections per day 11
- Distance 502 km
- CO₂ per person 45 kg
bus from Bristol to Edinburgh
The journey from Bristol to Edinburgh is about 502 km. On average a bus trip takes 12h 40m with 11 connections per day.
| Lowest price | ≈ €32.71 £28.07 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 12h 40m |
| Connections per day | 11 |
| Lowest price | ≈ €32.71 £28.07 |
| Highest price | ≈ €74.00 £63.50 |
| First departure | 04:15 AM |
| Last departure | 07:35 PM |
| Distance | 502 km |
| Departure | Bristol |
| Arrival | Edinburgh |
| Travel operator | megabus, National Express megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Megabus |
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€62.98
Flixbus35.14 kg CO₂
14:30Bristol, City Centre
12h 35m
07:35Edinburgh, Edinburgh Bus Station
1 changes
National Express35.14 kg CO₂
19:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
12h
07:40Edinburgh Waverley
1 changes
National Express35.14 kg CO₂
18:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
10h 35m
06:40Edinburgh Waverley
1 changes
National Express35.14 kg CO₂
19:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
12h
07:40Edinburgh Waverley
1 changes
Flixbus35.14 kg CO₂
18:40Bristol, City Centre
12h 25m
07:35Edinburgh, Edinburgh Bus Station
1 changes
Next departures from Bristol to Edinburgh
Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.
National Express ≈ €55.25 £47.30
04:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
18:55 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €58.17 £49.80
05:35 Bristol Uni of West England
19:10 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €66.24 £56.71
05:35 University of West England
19:10 Bus Station
Megabus ≈ €42.28 £36.20
06:00 Bristol - Bond Street
19:10 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €48.73 £41.72
06:00 Bond St
19:10 Bus Station
FlixBus ≈ €78.75 £67.42
15:00 Bond St
06:25 Bus Station
FlixBus ≈ €87.63 £75.02
15:00 Bond St
09:35 114233
FlixBus ≈ €69.18 £59.23
18:15 Bond St
17:30 Bus Station
National Express ≈ €61.56 £52.70
19:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
07:40 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express ≈ €78.14 £66.90
19:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
08:05 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express ≈ €55.25 £47.30
04:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
18:55 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €58.17 £49.80
05:35 Bristol Uni of West England
19:10 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €66.24 £56.71
05:35 University of West England
19:10 Bus Station
Megabus ≈ €42.28 £36.20
06:00 Bristol - Bond Street
19:10 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €48.73 £41.72
06:00 Bond St
19:10 Bus Station
FlixBus ≈ €78.75 £67.42
15:00 Bond St
06:25 Bus Station
FlixBus ≈ €87.63 £75.02
15:00 Bond St
09:35 114233
FlixBus ≈ €69.18 £59.23
18:15 Bond St
17:30 Bus Station
National Express ≈ €61.56 £52.70
19:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
07:40 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express ≈ €78.14 £66.90
19:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
08:05 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express ≈ €55.25 £47.30
04:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
18:55 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €58.17 £49.80
05:35 Bristol Uni of West England
19:10 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €66.24 £56.71
05:35 University of West England
19:10 Bus Station
Megabus ≈ €42.28 £36.20
06:00 Bristol - Bond Street
19:10 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Megabus ≈ €48.73 £41.72
06:00 Bond St
19:10 Bus Station
FlixBus ≈ €78.75 £67.42
15:00 Bond St
06:25 Bus Station
FlixBus ≈ €87.63 £75.02
15:00 Bond St
09:35 114233
FlixBus ≈ €69.18 £59.23
18:15 Bond St
17:30 Bus Station
National Express ≈ €61.56 £52.70
19:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
07:40 Edinburgh - Any hotel
National Express ≈ €78.14 £66.90
19:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
08:05 Edinburgh - Any hotel
Carriers on this route
Learn more about carriers on this route.
FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service that operates in North America, Canada, and Europe. It was founded in 2003 and is owned by Stagecoach Group, a multinational transport company. Megabus retains its own brand in Britain and North America, but in Continental Europe, including France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands, its services have been rebranded as Flixbus since the acquisition by a German company in June 2016.
National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise.
Facility description
Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.
Facilities Description
Luggage
Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.
Accessibility
FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.
Food and drink
Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.
Power sockets
Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.
Bicycle
Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.
Wi-Fi
FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.
Entertainment portal
Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.
Luggage
On Megabus, you are allowed 20 kg of luggage and space for small items in the overhead compartments to keep essentials within reach.
Food and drink
Passengers are allowed to bring cold food, cold beverages, and hot drinks with a lid when traveling with Megabus.
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available on board on Megabus, allowing passengers to update their social media in real-time.
Power sockets
On Megabus, each seat has a power outlet for charging devices during the trip.
Accessibility
The services are accessible to people with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities. Megabus works with AbilityNet to ensure the website and services are usable by everyone.
Luggage
National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.
Food and drink
Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.
Power sockets
USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.
Accessibility
Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.
CO₂ emissions by mode
train 35.14kg
bus 37.65kg
flight 100.4kg
carpool 80.32kg
FAQ
A bus ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh costs ≈ €52.15 (£44.75). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ €32.71 (£28.07).
The cheapest ticket from Bristol to Edinburgh costs ≈ €32.71 (£28.07). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Bristol and Edinburgh are 502 km apart.
The journey from Bristol to Edinburgh takes about 12h 40m on average. The fastest option takes 10h 35m.
This route is served by 4 operators: megabus, National Express, FlixBus and Megabus.
There are about 11 connections per day from Bristol to Edinburgh.
The first bus from Bristol to Edinburgh leaves at 04:15 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last bus from Bristol to Edinburgh leaves at 07:35 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The bus we found costs ≈ €32.71 (£28.07) but prices can change.
There are about 0 direct connections from Bristol to Edinburgh.
The shortest bus journey between Bristol and Edinburgh takes 10h 35m.
Yes, there is a direct bus between Bristol and Edinburgh.
The bus journey from Bristol to Edinburgh generates 45 kg of CO₂.