Thousands of people use our bus services regularly – they’re an important part of everyday life in Edinburgh and the Lothians. We connect the region with over 70 services and more than 700 buses which run day and night throughout the year.
Are all buses in Edinburgh Lothian?
Various companies. Edinburgh has several bus companies that run through the heart of the city, but the most important are Lothian and First. Both companies share the same bus stops, but the bus numbers are different and each company has its own ticket.
What is the longest bus route in Edinburgh?
Our longest route is the service X15, which is over 24 miles long.
What bus companies operate in Edinburgh?
Lothian Buses
- Lothian City Buses.
- East Coast Buses.
- Special Services.
Is 44 a Lothian bus?
44 (Lothian Buses)
The first stop of the 44 bus route is Whitecraig Crescent, Whitecraig and the last stop is Cockburn Crescent, Balerno. 44 (Balerno) is operational during everyday. Additional information: 44 has 105 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 94 minutes.
How many buses are there in Edinburgh?
We connect the region with over 70 services and more than 700 buses which run day and night throughout the year.
How many bus routes are there in Edinburgh?
Lothian Buses
| One of Lothian’s 100 seat Alexander Dennis Enviro400 XLB buses on display at Edinburgh Castle esplanade. | |
|---|---|
| Alliance | Edinburgh Trams |
| Routes | 56 (daytime) / 12 (night buses) 9 (East Coast Buses) 9 (Lothian Country) 3 (Open-Top Tour) 1 (3 Bridges Tour)(Executive Tours) |
| Stops | 2,900 |
What does the star mean on Lothian Buses?
Lothian Buses. @on_lothianbuses. @101whiteford. Hi Susan, if there is an asterix on the tracker it means this is timetable info and not live times. This will then not show if the bus is delayed.
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.
Who is the voice of Lothian Buses?
Debbie – who originally hails from Dundee – was talent-spotted to narrate Edinburgh’s tram announcements while delivering a talk on one of the Capital’s open-top tour buses. She has also recorded announcements for Lothian Buses.
Can I use my Scottish bus pass on Edinburgh buses?
No. English bus passes are not accepted in Scotland and vice versa. Only passes issued by City of Edinburgh Council work on the trams as they’re funded by the council.
What is the main transport in Scotland?
Public transport in Scotland
Local bus services, express coaches, national rail services, ferries, Glasgow subway and Edinburgh tram routes together make up Scotland’s public transport network.
Does Edinburgh have good public transport?
Although Edinburgh is known as a very walkable city, the Scottish destination also has a solid public transportation system. Run by Transport for Edinburgh, the city’s primary public transportation options include buses, trams, and rental bikes.
Where does the 38 Lothian bus go?
The 38 bus (Edinburgh Royal Infirmary) has 63 stops departing from West Granton Terminus, Granton and ending in Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. 38 bus timetable overview: Normally starts operating at 05:23 and ends at 19:25. Normal operating days: everyday.
Is 26 a Lothian bus?
26 (Lothian Buses)
The first stop of the 26 bus route is Toll House Grove, Tranent and the last stop is Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh. 26 (Edinburgh) is operational during everyday. Additional information: 26 has 76 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 minutes.
Is the 400 a Lothian bus?
400 (Lothian Buses)
The first stop of the 400 bus route is Fort Kinnaird West, Newcraighall and the last stop is Airport, Edinburgh Airport. 400 (Edinburgh Airport) is operational during everyday.
How many trams does Edinburgh have?
27
| Edinburgh Trams | |
|---|---|
| Number of vehicles | 27 Urbos 3 |
| Train length | 42.8 m (140 ft 5 in) |
| Headway | 3–10 minutes |
| Technical |
Why did Edinburgh trams fail?
Beyond the disappointment of the project yet again being scaled down, the construction had forced traffic to a standstill, especially the intensive construction in Prince’s Street in 2009 aggravated from disputes between contractors and the Council-owned company that managed the project, Transport Initiatives Edinburgh
Are busses free in Edinburgh?
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 built on 7 hills?
Edinburgh, the “Athens of the North”, is traditionally said to have been built on seven hills, in an allusion to the city of Rome which was also supposedly built on seven hills.
How late do Lothian Buses run?
Lothian Buses operate a 24 hour service throughout Edinburgh and into the Lothians helping you to get around safe and reliably from Midnight to 0430. Most NightBuses run every hour from the City Centre with services N22 and N25 running every 30 minutes.