The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 12 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:20 AM16h13Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)11:33 PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South$851One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:10 AM16h23London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South11:33 PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South$851One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:20 PM15h43London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South9:03 AMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South$851One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:30 PM15h33Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)9:03 AMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South$851One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:10 AM16h36London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South11:46 PMEdinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF)$941One-way2 transfers
NX230 · NX5947:55 PM11h25London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North7:20 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station$1171One-way1 transfer
NX230 · NX5947:40 PM11h40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South7:20 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station$1171One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:50 PM12h35Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)6:25 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station$1401One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:10 PM12h35Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)7:45 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station$1641One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:40 PM12h45London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South6:25 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station$1401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $98.
Distance: 353 miles (569 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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$63 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price | $144 Average price |
13h 20m Average total duration 12h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:33PM | Duration 16h23 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:33PM | Duration 16h13 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:03AM | Duration 15h43 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:03AM | Duration 15h33 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh buses for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX025 · NX591 | Delayed 2:00 PM 3:55 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 13h40 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX183 | 5:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 14h10 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX183 | 5:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 14h00 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 16h36 | 10:46 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 16h31 | 10:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 16h43 | 10:53 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 16h23 | 10:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 16h13 | 10:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 16h26 | 10:46 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 16h33 | 10:53 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 16h21 | 10:41 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 15h43 | 8:03 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 16h01 | 8:21 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 16h09 | 8:29 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 15h55 | 8:15 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 15h45 | 8:15 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 15h33 | 8:03 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 15h59 | 8:29 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 15h51 | 8:21 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 12h45 | 5:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 16h59 | 9:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 12h35 | 5:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 16h49 | 9:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 16h41 | 10:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 12h45 | 6:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 16h31 | 10:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 12h35 | 6:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX594 | On time 6:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 11h40 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX594 | 6:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 11h25 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX591 | On time 10:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 19h05 | 5:50 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX591 | On time 3:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 14h10 | 5:50 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX591 | 3:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 13h55 | 5:50 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX591 | On time 10:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 19h05 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh run on average 19 times per day, taking around 12h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 353 miles (569 km) distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 353 miles (569 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 4:40 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus from London Gatwick Airport to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh with National Express, FlixBus, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus for as low as $37 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Edinburgh Castle, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of the city and housing the Crown Jewels
- Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano providing hiking trails and a vantage point over Edinburgh
- The Royal Mile, a historic street connecting Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace, lined with shops and landmarks
- Holyrood Palace, the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland, featuring beautiful gardens and historic architecture
- The National Museum of Scotland, a museum showcasing Scottish history, culture, and natural history through diverse exhibits.
- Explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket, a historic marketplace with pubs, shops, and street performances
- Enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults of Edinburgh
- Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, known for its diverse range of shows
- Visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, offering beautiful landscapes and plant collections
- Discover the hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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