Lothian Buses
| One of Lothian’s 100 seat Alexander Dennis Enviro400 XLB buses on display at Edinburgh Castle esplanade. | |
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| Stops | 2,900 |
| Depots | Longstone (LS) Annandale Street (CE) Marine (MA) Musselburgh (MU) North Berwick (NB) Seafield (SF) Newbridge (NE) Livingston (LV) |
| Fleet | 755 (July 2022) |
How many bus stations are in Edinburgh?
12 stations
There are currently 12 stations within the City of Edinburgh Council area.
How many buses run in Edinburgh?
We connect the region with over 70 services and more than 700 buses which run day and night throughout the year.
What is the longest bus route in Edinburgh?
Our longest route is the service X15, which is over 24 miles long.
Where does the 3 bus go in Edinburgh?
The 3 bus (Longstone) has 2 stops departing from Clovenstone Drive, Wester Hailes and ending in Parkhead Drive, Longstone. 3 bus timetable overview: Normally starts operating at 00:01 and ends at 23:31.
What is name of Edinburgh bus station?
Edinburgh bus station (previously St Andrew Square bus station) is the bus station serving central Edinburgh, which opened in its present form in February 2003.
Are Edinburgh and Edinburgh Waverley the same station?
The central station in Edinburgh is called “Edinburgh”. It is something referred to as Edinburgh Waverley in tribute to a novel by Sir Walter Scott. Edinburgh Gateway is out near the airport and Edinburgh Haymarket is to the west of the city centre. So, Edinburgh station is the main central station.
Are buses in Edinburgh 24 hours?
The public buses are the best way and sometimes the only way of getting to the city centre from the outskirts. Buses run 24 hours a day and are extremely frequent.
Are buses in Edinburgh free?
Eligibility. If you are 5-21 years old and live in Scotland you are eligible for free bus travel. All children and young people aged 5-21 will need to apply for a new or replacement National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC) to access free bus travel.
Is Edinburgh easy to get around?
How to get around Edinburgh: a guide to public transport in Edinburgh. Edinburgh is an easy city to get around in; most places in the city centre are within walking distance of each other, there is a good public transport system, and cycling is an easy and popular means of getting around.
Are buses in Edinburgh good?
Bus. The bus network is extensive and well-run, making it one of the most popular ways to get around in Edinburgh.
How much is a hop on hop off bus in Edinburgh?
Reasonable Prices
Edinburgh hop on hop off bus tours range from £10-£24 on average for adults and £6-£15 for kids, making this a fairly affordable activity.
How long does it take to walk the 7 hills of Edinburgh?
This route takes in around 27km with over 700m of climbing and for a standard walker would take between 5-6 hours (and then plenty of time to recover afterwards!). The beauty of ‘The Seven’ is that the route you take is entirely of your own choice.
What is the best way to get around Edinburgh?
Bus. The public buses are the best way and sometimes the only way of getting to the city centre from the outskirts. Buses run 24 hours a day and are extremely frequent.
How long is the Edinburgh hop on hop off bus tour?
24-hour
With 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus ticket, you can experience the Edinburgh city at your own pace. City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off bus covers all of the popular landmarks and attractions across the city. With a multilingual pre-recorded commentary, you will cover below famous attractions: Lothian Road.
Where does the Airlink 100 stop in Edinburgh?
In Edinburgh City Centre: the bus stops are located at South St David Street, outside Edinburgh Waverley Train Station. Additional stops along the way are: West End, Haymarket Station, Wester Coates, Murrayfield, Western Corner, Edinburgh Zoo, Drum Brae, Maybury, Airport Hotel.
Which is the main Edinburgh station?
Waverley station
Waverley station opened in 1846 and was rebuilt between 1892 and 1902. It lies between the old town and modern Edinburgh, adjacent to Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle and the Princes Street Gardens.
Which station is best for Edinburgh?
Edinburgh Waverley Station
Edinburgh Waverley Station is the main railway station in Edinburgh and as such many direct rail services are available.
Are there two stations in Edinburgh?
There are two mainline Edinburgh train stations. Edinburgh Waverley in the city centre and Haymarket Station in the West End. The two stations are linked and it takes approximately 5 minutes to travel by train between the two.
How far is Edinburgh bus station from train station?
How far is the train station from Edinburgh Bus Station? The nearest train station to Edinburgh Bus Station is a 10 min walk away.
How many days do you need in Edinburgh?
For first time visitors, we recommend spending at least two or three days in Edinburgh, which will give you enough time to explore the city centre and see the main sites.