How to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Glasgow to Edinburgh is 56 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 57m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Glasgow to Edinburgh by price and travel time (route calculated on 30 October 2026).
- 61 bus departures a day with FlixBus
- First bus at 00:10, last at 23:35
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
57m
direct
Bus
€6
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 30 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh. The most useful door-to-door route takes 57m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 56 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
56 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €13Omio catalogue, Nov 1 | 1h 02mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €5Omio catalogue, Nov 1 | 57mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€13Omio catalogue, Nov 11h 02m · directSee Train details
- Bus€5Omio catalogue, Nov 157m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Glasgow to Edinburgh: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Glasgow → Edinburgh Airport - Ingliston Park & Ridebus
FlixBus·57m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest flight fare by month, Glasgow to Edinburgh
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| December 2026 | €61 | |
| January 2027 | €47 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Glasgow to Edinburgh
FlixBus runs 61 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:10 and the last at 23:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 61 | 00:10 | 23:35 |
| ScotRailtrain | 40 | 06:00 | 11:08 |
All departures FlixBus
- 00:10
- 03:25
- 03:30
- 04:15
- 04:25
- 04:30
- 04:45
- 05:05
- 05:15
- 05:25
- 05:30
- 05:45
- 05:50
- 06:05
- 06:15
- 06:20
- 06:30
- 06:50
- 07:05
- 07:20
- 07:30
- 07:35
- 07:50
- 08:05
- 08:20
- 08:35
- 08:50
- 09:05
- 09:35
- 10:05
- 10:35
- 11:05
- 11:35
- 12:05
- 12:35
- 13:05
- 13:35
- 14:05
- 14:35
- 15:05
- 15:35
- 16:05
- 16:35
- 17:05
- 17:35
- 18:05
- 18:35
- 19:05
- 19:35
- 20:05
- 20:15
- 20:35
- 21:05
- 21:35
- 22:05
- 22:10
- 22:35
- 22:50
- 23:05
- 23:10
- 23:35
All departures ScotRail
- 06:00
- 06:06
- 06:14
- 06:17
- 06:37
- 06:45
- 06:48
- 06:59
- 07:05
- 07:08
- 07:13
- 07:15
- 07:16
- 07:30
- 07:36
- 07:45
- 07:48
- 08:00
- 08:07
- 08:08
- 08:15
- 08:17
- 08:30
- 08:38
- 08:45
- 09:00
- 09:09
- 09:15
- 09:18
- 09:30
- 09:40
- 09:43
- 09:45
- 10:02
- 10:08
- 10:15
- 10:37
- 10:45
- 11:02
- 11:08
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
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 Sun, Nov 1
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, ScotRail; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 30 October 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport - Ingliston Park & Ride, about 57 min. In total it's roughly €6 over 57 min, direct, no transfers.
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Glasgow to Edinburgh: common questions
How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
Routavio's route check on 30 October 2026 puts the most useful route at about 57m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:10 and the last at 23:35, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
Routavio's timetable check shows 61 bus departures a day with FlixBus, between 00:10 and 23:35.
When is the first train from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The first train with ScotRail leaves at 06:00 and the last at 11:08, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
Routavio's timetable check shows 40 train departures a day with ScotRail, between 06:00 and 11:08.
How far is Edinburgh from Glasgow?
About 56 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Glasgow to Edinburgh cost?
Routavio's price check puts the route we recommend at €6. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Glasgow to Edinburgh?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, ScotRail.
Can you get from Glasgow to Edinburgh without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, ScotRail
Route calculated: 30 Oct 2026