Find buses to Edinburgh

When travelling by bus to or from Edinburgh, you will have a choice of 12 different bus stations. However, it is most likely you will travel from Edinburgh Bus Station. This is the main station and is conveniently situated in the city centre on Elder Street. At Edinburgh Station, you have access to amenities such as baby-changing facilities, a convenience shop, cycle racks, vending machines, phone chargers and luggage lockers. There are extra-large luggage lockers available that are charged at an hourly rate. You will find the restrooms at the station are paid access. You will also have access to lost property services; any lost items will be kept for up to 59 days.

When you buy bus tickets in Edinburgh, you can choose to travel on different bus operators depending on your preference and route. The bus operators at Edinburgh Bus Station are Citylink, Megabus, National Express and Stagecoach. The amenities offered are similar for each provider, such as ample legroom, wifi, onboard toilets, charging points for each seat and air conditioning. National Express offers a few extra amenities, such as an on-board entertainment program providing movies, music and games, and you will be provided with a snack during your journey. On National Express, you are also given the option of purchasing an extra-large seat.

Once you have secured your cheap bus tickets in Edinburgh, you should take note of the luggage requirements, for efficient packing before your journey. All the service providers from Edinburgh Station have the same standard luggage restrictions. You will be allowed one or two pieces of stored luggage that does not exceed a combined weight of 44 lb (20 kg). You are allowed to take a small bag on board, like a handbag, backpack or laptop bag, as long as it is small enough to fit under the seat or in the overhead storage. All the Edinburgh bus companies do allow you to travel with a bicycle; it’s recommended you book a space in advance, though, as there is limited storage for large items. Citylink does not allow you to prebook space, it operates on a 'first-come, first-served' policy.

Once you are happy with bus prices and have purchased a cheap bus ticket in Edinburgh, you will need to carry a printout of that ticket with you when boarding the bus. You can print it out before you reach the station or at the respective bus operator counter once you arrive. It is advised to keep your purchased ticket as proof of your return journey, if you are booking a return ticket. You will need proof of identification to print out your ticket at the counter. This identification document must have a photo to be considered valid.

Once you have decided on the right bus prices for your trip, you might need to get to the bus station from the city centre. There are two options for you in terms of public transport modes that are available. The first option is catching a bus; this bus route runs on line 101 and will get you there swiftly, as the distance is not very far. The other option is to catch a taxi. This is a convenient option because it can pick you up at your door and deliver you directly to the station. Due to the short distance, catching a taxi will not be an expensive option either. If you are carrying only hand luggage, you could choose to take a short walk from the centre to the station.

Users have found that prices vary from their starting point. Tickets for buses from Birmingham, London, or Liverpool usually start from around £33, £32, or £25, respectively.

Edinburgh Turnhouse is best served by Edinburgh Bankhead. There you’ll find a number of buses that can get you to your destination. Major cities accessible by Edinburgh Bankhead are Birmingham, London, and Liverpool.

Travellers going to Edinburgh Turnhouse usually compare options from National Express, FlixBus, and Megabus on our website, as they tend to be very common options. You can use our search form to find great options to Edinburgh Turnhouse.

£18 is the average one-way price to Edinburgh Turnhouse this week. Our data shows that booking 45 days in advance can save you up to 144% on your ride. We recommend booking when you can to ensure you have your desired date secured.