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Cheltenham to Edinburgh Bus

from £50.98

What to expect of your trip

Fast, easy, and affordable options from Cheltenham to Edinburgh

Avg. trip duration

14 hr 17 mins

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Avg. distance

490 miles

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Cheapest trip

From £50.98

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2

Avg. trips a day

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Bus stations and stops in Cheltenham

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Frequently asked questions

Passengers travelling from Cheltenham to Edinburgh by coach are permitted to bring one piece of checked luggage (50x80x30 cm, up to 20 kg) and one hand luggage (30x42x18 cm, up to 7 kg) at no cost. For additional or special luggage, refer to this page. You can bring your bike with FlixBus, subject to availability. Check here for bike prices.
Yes, all FlixBus coaches on the Cheltenham to Edinburgh route feature onboard restrooms.
Yes, most of our coaches on the Cheltenham -Edinburgh route are equipped with free WiFi.
Every FlixBus coach between Cheltenham and Edinburgh is designed to cater to passengers with mobility constraints. We accommodate wheelchairs, folding chairs, and other mobility aids at no extra charge, and all trips welcome service animals to ensure accessible, comfortable travel.
Yes, night coach services run from Cheltenham to Edinburgh. Check the timetable and pick the option that works for you!
Yes, weekend bus options are available from Cheltenham to Edinburgh. You can depart on Friday and return on Sunday. Check the bus route’s schedule and choose the best trip to suit your plans!
In Cheltenham, there are 2 coach stops. As for Edinburgh, it has 6 stops.. You can locate the FlixBus stops on the map above on this page.
There's no requirement for a printed bus ticket for your journey between Cheltenham and Edinburgh. After completing your online booking, you'll receive an email containing a PDF with a QR code, which serves as your digital ticket. If you booked via the FlixBus App, your ticket will be saved there. Just present this digital QR code to the driver upon boarding.
The day's last coach departure from Cheltenham to Edinburgh is set for 20:45.
The first coach service from Cheltenham to Edinburgh is at 05:25.
The route between Cheltenham and Edinburgh generally takes about 11 hours by coach and covers approximately 404 miles.
Bus tickets from Cheltenham to Edinburgh with FlixBus are available from as low as £50.98.

Bus travel from Cheltenham to Edinburgh: everything you need to know

  • Bus ticket price: you can travel between Cheltenham and Edinburgh starting from £50.98 (average ticket cost: £51.98).
  • Average duration: the bus journey from Cheltenham to Edinburgh lasts approximately 11 hours.
  • Distance covered: the distance between Cheltenham and Edinburgh is 404 miles, with some variation depending on the bus route and intermediate stops.
  • Bus schedules Cheltenham-Edinburgh: to check departure times of coaches between Cheltenham and Edinburgh, select your travel date: you’ll then see all available trip options with their schedules and prices. You can do this using the selector at the top of this page or by using our interactive map.
  • Bus departure frequency: about 2 departures per day.
  • Bus departure and drop off points: in Cheltenham, there are 2 coach stops. As for Edinburgh, it has 6 stops.. You can locate the FlixBus stops on the map above on this page.
  • Night buses: night bus services are available to depart Cheltenham in the evening and arrive at Edinburgh in total comfort.
  • Weekend trips: with FlixBus, you can depart Cheltenham on Friday and return on Sunday for a perfect weekend getaway in Edinburgh.