Manchester to Edinburgh by bus
Travelling from Manchester to Edinburgh by bus takes about 5h 40m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 09m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €32
- Total journey
- 5h 40m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- FlixBus
Omio catalogue, Sep 8 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Manchester to Glasgow
FlixBus4h 05mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Glasgow - 2Glasgow to Edinburgh Haymarket Station NorthFlixBus1h 05m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €70Checked Sep 5 | 1h 09mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €57Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 4h 15m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€70Checked Sep 51h 09m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€57Omio catalogue, Sep 84h 15m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Manchester to Edinburgh by bus: common questions
How long does Manchester to Edinburgh take by bus?
About 5h 40m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?
Omio publishes €32 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Manchester to Edinburgh?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 09m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Manchester Edinburgh bus
- Manchester to Edinburgh by bus
- bus ticket Manchester to Edinburgh
- how long is the bus from Manchester to Edinburgh